Swargashram Market Exploration
About This Activity
Explore the vibrant Swargashram Market, a bustling marketplace in Rishikesh offering spiritual items, yoga accessories, handicrafts, and local products. Located in the Swargashram area near Ram Jhula and Parmarth Niketan, this market is perfect for buying authentic yoga mats, meditation cushions, incense, rudraksha beads, gemstones, spiritual books, Ayurvedic products, and traditional Indian clothing. The market also features local handicrafts, wooden carvings, singing bowls, and souvenirs. Bargaining is expected and part of the experience. The market reflects Rishikesh's spiritual heritage while catering to modern yoga practitioners and travelers. Many ashram stores and small shops line the narrow lanes. Best visited in the evening when the market is most lively.
Highlights
- ✓Authentic yoga and meditation products
- ✓Spiritual items and rudraksha
- ✓Ayurvedic products
- ✓Local handicrafts
- ✓Tibetan singing bowls
- ✓Traditional clothing
- ✓Incense and essential oils
- ✓Bargaining culture
- ✓Near Ram Jhula
- ✓Evening market atmosphere
What's Included
- ✓Free market access
- ✓shopping as per budget
What's Not Included
- ✗Shopping costs
- ✗food
- ✗transport
- ✗guide
Equipment Provided
What to Bring
- •Shopping bags
- •cash (many shops don't accept cards)
- •comfortable walking shoes
Safety Guidelines
- !Keep valuables secure
- !Bargain politely
- !Check product quality before buying
- !Be aware of surroundings in crowded lanes
- !Shop from reputable stores for authentic products