{"id":119,"date":"2018-12-08T09:55:21","date_gmt":"2018-12-08T15:25:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=119"},"modified":"2025-12-20T05:15:18","modified_gmt":"2025-12-20T05:15:18","slug":"the-beatles-in-india","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/the-beatles-in-india\/","title":{"rendered":"The Beatles in India: How Rishikesh Changed Music, Spirituality, and the Band Forever"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<h1 data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"133\"><strong data-start=\"44\" data-end=\"133\">The Beatles in India: How Rishikesh Changed Music, Spirituality, and the Band Forever<\/strong><\/h1>\r\n<p data-start=\"135\" data-end=\"576\">In 1968, at the height of their global fame, <strong data-start=\"180\" data-end=\"221\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">The Beatles<\/span><\/span><\/strong> did something no pop stars of their scale had ever done before\u2014they left the spotlight and traveled to India in search of inner peace. Their destination was <strong data-start=\"379\" data-end=\"420\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Rishikesh<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, a quiet Himalayan town on the banks of the sacred Ganges. What followed became one of the most fascinating chapters in modern music and spiritual history.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"712\">This journey didn\u2019t just influence their personal lives\u2014it reshaped Western attitudes toward meditation, yoga, and Eastern philosophy.<\/p>\r\n<hr data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"717\" \/>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"719\" data-end=\"756\">Why Did The Beatles Come to India?<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"758\" data-end=\"1014\">By the late 1960s, The Beatles were exhausted by fame, controversy, and constant media attention. They were searching for meaning beyond success and found guidance in <strong data-start=\"925\" data-end=\"966\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Maharishi Mahesh Yogi<\/span><\/span><\/strong>, the founder of Transcendental Meditation (TM).<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1182\">After first meeting Maharishi in London, the band decided to study meditation at his Himalayan ashram in Rishikesh\u2014far away from screaming fans and recording studios.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_17147\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17147\" style=\"width: 770px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-17147 size-cheerup-main\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Rajaji-Tiger-Reserve-Conservation-Foundation-770x515.jpg\" alt=\"Rajaji Tiger Reserve Conservation Foundation\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17147\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Rajaji Tiger Reserve<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"1189\" data-end=\"1238\">The Beatles Ashram, Rishikesh (Chaurasi Kutia)<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1415\">The place where The Beatles stayed is today known as <strong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1334\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Beatles Ashram<\/span><\/span><\/strong>. Back in 1968, it was officially called the International Academy of Meditation.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1439\">Life at the Ashram<\/h3>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1591\">\r\n<li data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1486\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1442\" data-end=\"1486\">Simple stone cottages surrounded by jungle<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1516\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1516\">Daily meditation sessions<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1517\" data-end=\"1552\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1519\" data-end=\"1552\">Silence, nature, and discipline<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1591\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1591\">No alcohol, drugs, or distractions<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"1593\" data-end=\"1672\">Each member lived separately, spending long hours meditating\u2014and writing music.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_4896\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4896\" style=\"width: 770px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4896 size-cheerup-main\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/Junjapuri-Temple-Sunrise-Yoga-770x515.jpg\" alt=\"Kunjapuri Temple Sunrise Yoga\" width=\"770\" height=\"515\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4896\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kunjapuri Temple Sunrise Yoga &amp; Meditation<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1709\">Music Born in the Himalayas<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1816\">The Rishikesh stay turned out to be one of the <strong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1796\">most creatively productive periods<\/strong> in Beatles history.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1911\">During their time in India, they composed <strong data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1877\">over 40 songs<\/strong>, many of which later appeared on:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1981\">\r\n<li data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1956\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1956\"><strong data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1956\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">The White Album<\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1957\" data-end=\"1969\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"1969\">Abbey Road<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1981\">\r\n<p data-start=\"1972\" data-end=\"1981\">Let It Be<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2026\">Songs inspired or written in India include:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2105\">\r\n<li data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2046\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2046\"><em data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2044\">Dear Prudence<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2062\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2062\"><em data-start=\"2049\" data-end=\"2060\">Blackbird<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2088\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2088\"><em data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2086\">Mother Nature\u2019s Son<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2105\">\r\n<p data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2105\"><em data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2103\">Sexy Sadie<\/em><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2222\">The simplicity of Indian life, bird sounds, river flow, and meditation deeply influenced their lyrics and melodies.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"3635\" data-end=\"4060\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5001\" style=\"font-size: 15px; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0px;\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/History-of-the-Beatles-Ashram-in-Rishikesh-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Beatles in India \" width=\"1000\" height=\"668\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>The Beatles in India<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2266\">Individual Experiences of the Band<\/h2>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2268\" data-end=\"2285\">John Lennon<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2468\">Initially enthusiastic, Lennon later became skeptical and eventually left the ashram early. His disillusionment inspired <em data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2419\">Sexy Sadie<\/em>, originally written as a criticism of Maharishi.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2470\" data-end=\"2490\">Paul McCartney<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2491\" data-end=\"2605\">Paul enjoyed the calm and creativity, embracing meditation without becoming overly involved in spiritual politics.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2628\">George Harrison<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2795\">George\u2019s connection with India was the deepest. He later studied Indian classical music, played the sitar, and helped introduce Hindu philosophy to Western audiences.<\/p>\r\n<h3 data-start=\"2797\" data-end=\"2814\">Ringo Starr<\/h3>\r\n<p data-start=\"2815\" data-end=\"2915\">Ringo left early due to dietary issues and health concerns but still valued the peaceful experience.<\/p>\r\n<h5><span style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #333333; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: 0px;\">.<\/span>Suggested Read-\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/best-ashram-in-rishikesh\/\"> The 6 Best Ashram to Stay for Yoga &amp; Meditation in Rishikesh\u00a0<\/a><\/h5>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_5518\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5518\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5518\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/History-of-the-Beatles-Ashram-in-Rishikesh-India.jpg\" alt=\"History of the Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh India\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5518\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">History of the Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"2922\" data-end=\"2954\">The Controversy and Departure<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"2956\" data-end=\"3214\">The Beatles\u2019 stay ended abruptly amid rumors and misunderstandings surrounding Maharishi. While the truth remains debated, the group departed Rishikesh within weeks. Despite this, none of them denied the <strong data-start=\"3160\" data-end=\"3178\">lasting impact<\/strong> India had on their lives and music.<\/p>\r\n<hr data-start=\"3216\" data-end=\"3219\" \/>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3264\">Beatles Ashram Today: A Living Art Space<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3402\">Today, the Beatles Ashram is one of the <strong data-start=\"3306\" data-end=\"3342\">most visited places in Rishikesh<\/strong>. Managed by the forest department, it has transformed into:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3519\">\r\n<li data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3423\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3423\">A heritage site<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3424\" data-end=\"3476\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3476\">An open-air art gallery with graffiti and murals<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3519\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3519\">A peaceful walking and meditation zone<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"3521\" data-end=\"3651\">Visitors can explore meditation domes, living quarters, lecture halls, and forest trails\u2014each echoing the creative energy of 1968.<\/p>\r\n<hr data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3656\" \/>\r\n<p data-start=\"4303\" data-end=\"4400\">\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_17719\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-17719\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-17719\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Beatles-Ashram-Rishikesh.jpg\" alt=\"Beatles Ashram Rishikesh\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-17719\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Beatles in India , Ashram Rishikesh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"3658\" data-end=\"3709\">How The Beatles Changed Rishikesh (and the West)<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"3711\" data-end=\"3788\">The Beatles\u2019 visit put Rishikesh on the <strong data-start=\"3751\" data-end=\"3775\">global spiritual map<\/strong>. After 1968:<\/p>\r\n<ul data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3967\">\r\n<li data-start=\"3790\" data-end=\"3851\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3792\" data-end=\"3851\">Yoga and meditation gained massive popularity in the West<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3852\" data-end=\"3901\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3901\">Thousands of seekers began traveling to India<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"3902\" data-end=\"3967\">\r\n<p data-start=\"3904\" data-end=\"3967\">Rishikesh became known as the <strong data-start=\"3934\" data-end=\"3965\">\u201cYoga Capital of the World\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"3969\" data-end=\"4057\">Their journey bridged Eastern wisdom and Western pop culture in a way never seen before.<\/p>\r\n<hr data-start=\"4059\" data-end=\"4062\" \/>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"4064\" data-end=\"4114\">Visiting the Beatles Ashram Today \u2013 Travel Tips<\/h2>\r\n<ul data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4301\">\r\n<li data-start=\"4116\" data-end=\"4162\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4162\"><strong data-start=\"4118\" data-end=\"4131\">Location:<\/strong> Near Swarg Ashram, Rishikesh<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4163\" data-end=\"4207\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4165\" data-end=\"4207\"><strong data-start=\"4165\" data-end=\"4188\">Best time to visit:<\/strong> October to March<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4208\" data-end=\"4266\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4266\"><strong data-start=\"4210\" data-end=\"4224\">Entry fee:<\/strong> Nominal (varies for Indians\/foreigners)<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li data-start=\"4267\" data-end=\"4301\">\r\n<p data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4301\"><strong data-start=\"4269\" data-end=\"4287\">Time required:<\/strong> 1.5\u20132 hours<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p data-start=\"4303\" data-end=\"4400\">Combine your visit with nearby attractions like Ram Jhula, Parmarth Niketan, and riverside cafes.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_5002\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-5002\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-5002\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Egg-Shaped-Meditation-cells-in-the-Beatles-Ashram-Rishikesh.jpg\" alt=\"Meditation Caves\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-5002\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Meditation Caves<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p><strong>Ringo&#8217;s Struggles:<\/strong> Ringo Starr had a harder time adjusting to the ashram&#8217;s lifestyle, facing challenges with the food and insects. Despite the initial excitement, he and his wife Maureen left the ashram after 10 days, followed later by Paul McCartney and his girlfriend Jane Asher.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Mixed Experiences<\/strong>: While Harrison and Lennon were deeply engaged in meditation, Ringo Starr faced difficulties due to food allergies and homesickness, leading to his early departure. Paul McCartney also struggled with the meditation routine, finding it tedious.<\/li>\r\n<li><strong>Cultural Immersion<\/strong>: The Beatles embraced Indian culture, donning traditional clothing and enjoying the unique lifestyle. This cultural immersion was part of their broader exploration of Indian spirituality and music.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><strong>The Beatles Loved Indian Clothes<\/strong><br \/>When the Beatles visited India, they really enjoyed wearing the traditional clothes. George Harrison loved the bright, colorful outfits like big shirts and loose pants. Ringo Starr said they had fun shopping and getting clothes made, like shirts with Nehru collars and pants with tight legs.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_19933\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-19933\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19933\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Beatles-Ashram-Rishikesh.jpg\" alt=\"Beatles Ashram Rishikesh India\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-19933\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beatles Ashram Rishikesh India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<p><strong>The Beatles Wanted to Make a Lord of the Rings Movie<\/strong><br \/>The Beatles once thought about making a movie based on the book &#8220;The Lord of the Rings.&#8221; Each member read a different part of the story, and they even considered who would play the characters. John Lennon wanted to be Gollum, Paul McCartney was going to be Frodo, George Harrison would be Gandalf, and Ringo Starr would play Sam. However, they never made the movie.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>India Couldn&#8217;t Save John&#8217;s Marriage<\/strong><br \/>John Lennon and his wife Cynthia were having problems before they went to India. Cynthia hoped the trip would bring them closer, but John became distant. He even moved into a separate room and spent little time with her. Cynthia later found out that John was waiting for letters from Yoko Ono, who he was already close to.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Bungalow Bill Was a Real Person<\/strong><br \/>John Lennon wrote a song called &#8220;The Continuing Story of Bungalow Bill&#8221; after a real event. <strong>An American named Richard Cooke III visited India and went on a tiger hunt. He ended up killing a tiger to protect himself and his mother.<\/strong> John and the others were surprised that this happened at a peaceful ashram. Richard later worked as a photographer for National Geographic.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Lennon recalled an argument<\/strong> with the Maharishi when he decided to leave the ashram, implying that the Maharishi should have known why they were leaving if he was truly &#8220;cosmic.&#8221; Lennon felt disillusioned, thinking the Maharishi was too focused on fame and money.<\/p>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_10241\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10241\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-10241\" src=\"http:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Beatles-Ashram.jpg\" alt=\"Beatles Ashram\" width=\"1000\" height=\"663\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-10241\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh India<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n<p>Although there were rumors of misconduct, no lawsuits were filed against the Maharishi. Over time, some Beatles members doubted the truth of the accusations, <strong>with George Harrison suggesting the rumors were baseless and fueled by jealousy.<\/strong> It was also believed that Lennon might have used these rumors as an excuse to leave and be with Yoko Ono.<\/p>\r\n<p>The Maharishi continued promoting Transcendental Meditation and rarely spoke about the Beatles later in life. He passed away in 2008.<\/p>\r\n<p>The ashram in Rishikesh was abandoned in the 2000\u00a0 and left in ruins for over 30 years. <strong>In 2003, the local forestry department took over, and it was reopened to tourists in 2015<\/strong>. Before that, street artists had painted the walls as part of an art project, which was later stopped by authorities. <strong>Visitors are often amazed that such a historic site was left to decay.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<h5>Suggested Read- <a href=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-rishikesh-india\/\">9- Experience You Should Live in Rishikesh<\/a><\/h5>\r\n<figure id=\"attachment_4999\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-4999\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4999\" src=\"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/Yoga-Hall-at-Beatles-Ashram-Rishikesh.jpg\" alt=\"Yoga Hall at Beatles Ashram Rishikesh\" width=\"1000\" height=\"666\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-4999\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Yoga Hall at Beatles Ashram Rishikesh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3>Meeting the Beatles in India<\/h3>\r\n<p>The <strong><span class=\"highLight\">Beatles first met Maharishi Mahesh Yogi in Bangor,<\/span><\/strong> Wales, in 1967: <strong>the Fab Four The Beatles in India joined him a year later in Rishikesh in February,<\/strong> accompanied by a party of which the companions were part, assistants to several journalists.<\/p>\r\n<p>Ringo Starr and his wife left the ashram after ten days, while <strong>McCartney stayed another three weeks: Harrison and Lennon interrupted their stay after six weeks<\/strong> following Maharishi&#8217;s accusations of harassment of his guests.<\/p>\r\n<p>During the stay in Rishikesh were written by the<strong> Beatles numerous songs, most of which then merged into the &#8220;white album&#8221; recorded between March and October of &#8217;68.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<h2 data-start=\"4407\" data-end=\"4424\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\r\n<p data-start=\"4426\" data-end=\"4672\">The Beatles didn\u2019t just come to India for meditation\u2014they unknowingly started a <strong data-start=\"4506\" data-end=\"4535\">global spiritual movement<\/strong>. Their time in Rishikesh remains a powerful reminder that even the biggest stars sometimes seek silence, simplicity, and self-discovery.<\/p>\r\n<p data-start=\"4674\" data-end=\"4806\">In the quiet ruins of the Beatles Ashram, where music once met meditation, their legacy still whispers<\/p>\r\n<p><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India The Beatles in India\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Beatles in India: How Rishikesh Changed Music, Spirituality, and the Band Forever In 1968, at the height of their global fame, The Beatles did something no pop stars of their scale had ever done before\u2014they left the spotlight and traveled to India in search of inner peace. 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