Spiritual Bliss and Thrilling Rapids: A Memorable Trip to Haridwar and Rishikesh

  Spiritual Bliss and Thrilling Rapids: A Memorable Trip to Haridwar and Rishikesh

After wrapping up my exams, I headed to the serene towns of Haridwar and Rishikesh for a much-needed break. From the spiritual ambiance of the Ganga Aarti to the thrilling adventure of zip lining over the Ganges, the trip offered the perfect mix of relaxation and excitement. This journey rejuvenated both my mind and soul, leaving unforgettable memories.

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My grandparents came over all the way from Guwahati, Assam post my exams and who knew that we all will head to place where spirituality and adventure meet. The first two days of the trip went on bathing in the Ganges in HarkiPauri and visiting to few religious places. 

There when we went for a Pooja for our ancestors, I found out that the PanditJi has a record of over 100 years of the people of my family who have visited Haridwar. We got our record written so that our future generation can see it too.

We even visited the local shops and the items were crazy cheap. I got such beautiful glasses just for 100 Indian Rupees. I even bought souvenirs for my friends and cute keychains. I even bought a dream catcher and hung it in my room!

And lastly but the best, we took a cable car ride to MansaDevi Temple, what sirenic views, can't be expressed. Colorful cable cars, a pleasant breeze and the beautiful views of the town with the Ganges flowing everywhere.

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Now, coming to the thrills of Rishikesh... the resort we stayed in was my grandmother's brother's, meaning we were treated as the most VIP people. The chef used to come and ask personally what we want to eat. The balcony had amazing views where I clicked tons of photos. My father was tired of me but I wouldn't stop. I set timers and clicked photos by myself ! :D

We went to the swimming pool one morning and the next we went to the beach early in the morning where we collected pebbles and played with the sand. In the evening we went to the Ram Jhula as Laxman Jhula was under maintenance. I would not suggest visiting Ram Jhula as it was not at all maintained, there were cows all over and cow dung on the floor.

Then moving on to adventure! We went to the Thrill Factory near to the resort. I did Sky Cycling, Rope Course and saw my parents do Go Karting. The best of all, me and my mother did a 400m zip line to and back making it 800m over the Ganges. I went with a trainer as they said I was too lightweight and could stop in between. Well, that was a plus point, while everyone had to hold the harness, I didn't. The trainer was holding it and I was soaring my hands all over the sky.

We even went to the Triveni Ghat, where it gave such a positive vibe. Luckily, there were tickets, and we got the last ticket for sitting and watching the aarti. I consider it as a bless. 

To finish up, we went to a waterfall after walking a slope of about 5kms.
We clicked photos, had Maggi and bought chips. Surprisingly, the chips' prices were all doubled. Overall, it was a wonderful trip which fulfilled the wish of my grandparents to have a religious trip and my and my brother's wish to have adventure.

As always, stay awaited for my next blog and till then here is a photo dump!