India Journal: My 90 Days in Rishikesh

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Welcome to my travel journal from Rishikesh, India. This is a raw and personal record of my 90 Days in Rishikesh, written during a three-month stay in the yoga capital of the world. There is no polish here, just the real story of what it was like to arrive alone, live in the foothills of the Himalayas, and immerse myself in yoga, Ayurveda, and Indian daily life.

Rishikesh is a small town on the banks of the Ganges River, famous for its yoga schools, Ayurveda clinics, and steady flow of travelers who come to practice or simply experience life on the edge of the Himalayas. It is known internationally as the Yoga Capital of the World and has a unique rhythm unlike anywhere else in India. You can read more about the city on the official Rishikesh Tourism website.

During my 90 days in Rishikesh, I kept a running journal of my daily experiences. The entries include simple details of life here: early morning practices, Ayurvedic treatments, long walks along the Ganga, and the everyday adjustments that come with living in a foreign country. Some days were routine and steady, while others were filled with unexpected moments, lessons, and challenges.

This series is divided into eight parts, each covering a different stage of the journey. The writing captures what it felt like to settle into life in Rishikesh for three months — not as a short-term visitor, but as someone who stayed long enough to feel the pulse of the place.

Below you’ll find links to each entry. Together they form a complete picture of my 90 Days in Rishikesh, recorded as it happened, day by day.

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This is the full series in order:

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