Rishikesh organises itself around the Ganges and the ashrams along its banks. The evening Ganga Aarti at Parmarth Niketan is the centrepiece of every visitor's day. The two famous bridges — Laxman Jhula and Ram Jhula — are the connective tissue between the different parts of town.
The Beatles Ashram is the most visited cultural sight. The Neelkanth Mahadev Temple rewards those willing to make the forest trek above town. White-water rafting and yoga are the activities that bring most foreign visitors.