Rishikesh is one of the most popular pilgrim centres and gateway to the Himalayan Shrines of Badrinath, Kedarnath, Gangotri and Yamunotri. The Yoga Centres of Rishikesh have enhanced the significance of the place. From this point on, the great Ganges leaves behind her mountain home and enters the vast plains of Northern India. Rishikesh is located at a height of about 1360 feet above sea level. It is believed that several yogis and sages lived and practised penance here. Rishikesh represents the site where Vishnu vanquished the demon Madhu.
The Lakshman Jhula, a 450 feet long suspension bridge was built in 1939. A newer bridge the Ram Jhula has been added recently. The Ganga abounds in fish. Offerings of puffed rice are made to these creatures. The freshness of the air, and sound of flowing water, the scenic beauty of the region and the distant sound of bell chimes create an unforgettable experience for those that visit this ancient pilgrimage town.

Auli city in Himalayas is full of amazing sights, blessed with all the natural bounties, surrounded by towering snowy peaks, skiing, trekking and hiking trails, a popular honeymoon destination and known for its immense natural beauty all over the world.
Snow capped slopes of auli are flanked by all, dense deodar forest which cuts wind velocity to the minimum 16 kms. From Joshimath on the Badrinath route, Auli offers a 180 panoramic view of Himalayan peaks like the Nanda devi (7, 817mts.) Kamet (7, 756 mts.) Mana Parvat (7, 273 mts.) And Dunagiri (7, 066 mts.) seemingly only a snow ball thrown away.
To attract attention, skiing festivals are also conducted at Auli. These now include the national championships in the months of February and March, organised by the Winter Games Federation Of India. While skiing is the chief attraction at Auli, there are other attraction like cable car rides and rope lifts, or spend the day outdoors building snowmen, or having snowball fights.