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Parmarth Niketan Ashram

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Historical & Heritage | Pilgrimage
4.5 / 5
  • Timings : 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Entry Fee : No fee
  • Distance from near by city 15.4 KMs From Rishikesh
  • Trip duration (including travel in hours)1 to 2 Hours
  • Transportation OptionsSedan - AC (4+1), SUV - AC (7+1), Tempo Traveller - AC (12+1)
  • Travel Tips None

In Rishikesh, Parmarth Niketan is the biggest ashram. Thousands of visitors from all over the world visit Parmarth Niketan. It offers extensive, lovely gardens together with a pure, holy atmosphere. The facilities have over 1,000 rooms and are the ideal fusion of contemporary conveniences with ancient, spiritual simplicity.

The fact that pilgrims travel from all over the world to come here is not surprising. Your entire being will be embraced and rejuvenated by the breathtaking ashram: the crystal-clear Ganga, the gorgeous mountains, and the verdant forests. Along with providing solace, motivation, and inspiration for your body, mind, and soul, Parmarth Niketan also fosters a closer relationship with God. 

You will feel the peace of spiritual energies bathing your soul during your time at the ashram. These energies include those that come from the natural world. And also those who cling to the enduring healing qualities of saints, sages, and holy people. Parmarth Niketan embodies the energy and voice of heavenly contact. Among the PLACES TO VISIT IN RISHIKESH, it is still another must-see.

Activities at Parmarth Niketan

Morning universal prayers, daily yoga and meditation courses, daily satsang and lecture programs, kirtan. It also has the famous Ganga Aarti at sunset, Nature Cure. Ayurvedic therapy is part of the daily schedule of Parmarth Niketan.

Families and individuals also frequently travel to Parmarth to carry out holy rites. Rites include ceremonies or sanskaras, sacred weddings, the last ash immersion puja, mundan, and upanayana.

Visiting saints, well-known singers, and spiritual and social leaders frequently present unique cultural and spiritual events.

In addition, there are regular camps where travelers from all over the world attend intensive classes. The tutorials are on ancient Indian disciplines, including Reiki, acupressure, yoga, meditation, pranayama, and stress management. Every year, Parmarth Niketan hosts the internationally recognized International Yoga Festival, led by Sadhvi Bhagawati Saraswati.

It is on the banks of the sacred Ganga River. It is the largest ashram and one of India's best yoga facilities. Swami Shukdevanand Saraswati started it in 1942. No one is excluded from this ashram based on race, gender, nationality, religion, caste, or creed. Make sure to visit the Parmarth Niketan during the RISHIKESH TOUR PACKAGE.

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