Narendranagar
Travel Guide
![Ananda in the Himalayas is a luxury destination spa in Narendra Nagar, Uttarakhand, set in the Indian Himalayas.
Set in a 100-acre (40 ha) Himalayan mountain estate set amidst sal forests, overlooking the river Ganges, close to the towns of Rishikesh and Haridwar, it was established in 2000, and was India's first destination spa.[1] Ananda focusses on Yoga and Ayurvedic practices,[2] combined with international spa therapies.[3] The property includes the royal palace of Narendra Nagar, of the Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal (an Indian princely state),[4] and the restored Viceregal Palace which was added to the palace in 1910–11 by the Maharaja for an expected visit of the Viceroy of India. Though the visit never materialized, the edifice remains,[5] and went to accommodate the likes of Lord Mountbatten of Burma, a later Viceroy of India.[6][7][8]
Today it is considered one of the best spas in the world by the The Telegraph[9][10] and rated No. 1 destination spa in the world by Travel + Leisure magazine.[11]](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602009/851bf6ae-27a8-493f-89ca-00c155e1cbf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
![Ananda in the Himalayas is a luxury destination spa in Narendra Nagar, Uttarakhand, set in the Indian Himalayas.
Set in a 100-acre (40 ha) Himalayan mountain estate set amidst sal forests, overlooking the river Ganges, close to the towns of Rishikesh and Haridwar, it was established in 2000, and was India's first destination spa.[1] Ananda focusses on Yoga and Ayurvedic practices,[2] combined with international spa therapies.[3] The property includes the royal palace of Narendra Nagar, of the Maharaja of Tehri Garhwal (an Indian princely state),[4] and the restored Viceregal Palace which was added to the palace in 1910–11 by the Maharaja for an expected visit of the Viceroy of India. Though the visit never materialized, the edifice remains,[5] and went to accommodate the likes of Lord Mountbatten of Burma, a later Viceroy of India.[6][7][8]
Today it is considered one of the best spas in the world by the The Telegraph[9][10] and rated No. 1 destination spa in the world by Travel + Leisure magazine.[11]](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602009/bd462020-7e46-4691-97a5-c5afe8c83d8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
Visit Narendranagar
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Popular places to visit
Lakshman Jhula Bridge
Find out about the history of Tapovan when you take a trip to Lakshman Jhula Bridge. Amble around the area's riverfront, or seek out its yoga studios.
Ram Jhula
After visiting Ram Jhula, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Narendranagar. Amble around the area's riverfront, or seek out its yoga studios.
Lakshman Temple
Lakshman Temple is just one of the places to see in Tapovan, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the yoga studios.
Kunjapuri Temple
After visiting Kunjapuri Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Narendranagar. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the yoga studios.
Koteshwar Mahadev Temple
After visiting Koteshwar Mahadev Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Narendranagar. Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area.
Neer Waterfall
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Neer Waterfall during your travels in Narendranagar. Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area.
Things to do
Private Haridwar and Rishikesh Day Tour from Delhi- All Inclusive
Rishikesh: Guided Walking Caves, Temples & Beatles Ashram
1-Day Trip from Rishikesh to Devprayag with Vashistha Cave
Highlights of Rishikesh & Haridwar (Guided Fullday Tour)
Highlights of Rishikesh & Haridwar (Guided Fullday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
Private Day Tour - Sunrise trek Kunjapuri to Rishikesh
- Lakshman Jhula Bridge
- Ram Jhula
- Kunjapuri Temple
- Lakshman Temple
- Koteshwar Mahadev Temple
- Neer Waterfall
- Kunjapuri
- Vashishta Cave
- Har Ki Pauri
- Triveni Ghat
- Tehri Dam
- Surkanda Devi Temple
- Parmarth Niketan
- Rajaji National Park
- Sahastradhara Natural Spring
- Gun Hill
- Robber's Cave
- Malsi Deer Park
- Clock Tower
- Forest Research Institute
- Mussoorie Lake
- Neelkanth Mahadev
- Beatles Ashram
- Daksh Prajapati Temple
- Janki Bridge
- Eco Park
- Mansa Devi Temple
- Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
- Gurudwara Hemkund Sahib
- Jaspal Rana Shooting Ranges
- Tibetan Buddhist Temple
- Chandi Devi Temple