It is easy to visit Rishikesh and feel you have not got under its skin. It offers a seemingly different stage-set experience during your each visit. For example if you come here during the monsoon you are more likely to lose yourself in a crowd, dominating its streets, with their confusing march pasts towards Gangotri; whereas if you visit during winters, expect the place being swirled over with hippie westerners. But where is the real Rishikesh? Does it even exist? Well, yes, if you know where to look. Rishikesh has something on offer, for everyone – from those looking for a few months long yoga vacation to the less fortunate, time bounded, adventure seekers. During my last 12 month travelling stint in India, I have, myself, spent more than 90 days here – including many short and untimely trips. Well, there’s a feeling in Rishikesh unlike anywhere else, and that’s the most compelling part. A Peaceful Vibe I find Rishikesh a deceptively powerful place. Its robust, pristine nature, and the fact that it is probably …