Best known with westerners as the place where The Beatles found their spirituality, Rishikesh is a holy place located in the mountains on the mighty Ganges River. Seriously, that river is swift. A boy we talked to says he frequently sees bodies floating down after heavy rains. We did yoga on the banks. Very different from Western yoga. It’s calmer, more focused on stretching and meditation.

The temple in the cow photo is 13 storeys. Each floor filled with idols and rituals. I ran after a kid who rang a massive bell in my ear on floor 8.