Triveni Ghat Rishikesh
‘Triveni Ghat’ as the name itself says, is a meeting point of 3 rivers. The Sangam of three holy rivers are Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati. Taking a bath at Triveni Ghatin Rishikesh is said to be the holiest as well as Maa Ganga bless you and cleanse all your sins.
In Rishikesh, Triveni Ghat is the holiest bathing place and Maha Aarti is performed here twice a day. There is a large crowd of devotees to be the witness of this pure divine aarti. There is also Chanting of aartis and mantras offering Holy Diyas to the River Ganga and drumming bells that make the surrounding atmosphere divine and feel amazing. With this, devotees float lighting Diyas down the river.
The Triveni Ghat also appeared in Hindu Mythology like Ramayan and Mahabharat. There is Lord Krishna’s Chattri built at Triveni Ghat. As legends say, Triveni Ghat is where Lord Krishna was cremated. Rituals like Shradhdh and Mundan are also done at this Triveni ghat in Rishikesh. Ganga Dussehra, Purnima, Ekadashi, etc are the occasions where bathing is believed to be auspicious.
Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat Rishikesh Timings
Triveni Ghat Rishikesh Aarti Timings
The Triveni Ghat Rishikesh is open for all days and all hours. One can visit it anytime.
Day | Darshan Timings |
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Monday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Tuesday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Wednesday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Thursday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Friday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Saturday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Sunday | 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM |
Ganga Aarti Timings at Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh
Ganga aarti timing at Triveni ghat, Rishikesh, is around 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
Early morning aarti time at Rishikesh Triveni Ghat is between 5:45 AM and 6:30 AM. In winter the Aarti Timings are 5.30 PM – 6.30 PM and 6.30 PM – 7.30 PM in summer. This time is on the base of Sunset timing.
There is no off-season for this aarti. It’s always crowded. The aarti starts at 5.30 PM and the first three rows are reserved for those who have booked VIP aarti. So, go 15-30 minutes earlier than the time.
Note: The Aarti Timings at Triveni ghat, Rishikesh in the Evening is about 2 hrs.
Also, Check Ganga Aarti Timings in Haridwar.
VIP Aarti Booking at Triveni Ghat
If you want to do Pooja at Triveni Ghat, You can book your place at Aarti in Triveni Ghat. You have to buy special oil Diyas(lamps) from the Aarti Committee Counter and perform this divine task. The Pandit recites religious mantras for you and your family. These Mantras, which praise Mother Ganga make your soul and mind rejuvenation.
Nearby Places to Visit
You can visit Gita Mandir(temple), Lakshmi-Narayan temple, Bharat Mandir, Parmarth Niketan, Rishi Kund, Tera Manzil Mandir, Laxman Jhula, Rajaji National Park, Kunjapuri Devi Temple and Sivananda Ashram.
Also, check Things to Do and Adventures in Rishikesh.
How to Reach Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh
By Road
Rishikesh is the nearest place to Triveni Ghat. Rishikesh bus stand is 1.5km from Ghat. You will easily get vehicles from here. You can hire a car or taxi, autos and buses are easily available.
By Rail
Rishikesh railway station is the nearest to reach Triveni Ghat. The Ghat is about 1 km from the Railway station. You can get cab, auto and bus services from here. Another railway station is Haridwar railway station, Which is 25km from Ghat.
By Air
Rishikesh is 20km from Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun. From here you can book a cab, hire taxi services as well as use bus service.
Here you will also get guide for How to Reach Rishikesh.
Where to Stay in Rishikesh?
If you are visiting this holy place, For a comfortable journey, you can book your accommodations with YatraDham.org. There are plenty of Dharamshalas and Hotels in Rishikesh. According to your schedule, you can book your stay at your preferred locations.
If you want to Stay in Hotels you can book in advance to avoid a rush.
- Hotel Paras Plaza Rishikesh
- Vashishth Guest House
- Hotel A K Residency
- Rishikesh Hotel Prasanna Inn
- Hotel Om Shivaay Inn
Here, are some of the places to Stay in Rishikesh.
- Ma Katyani mandir Gian Kartar Ashram
- Rishikesh Gayatri Ashram
- Chaurasia Dharamshala Rishikesh
- Koviloor Vedanta Mutt
- Tapovan Jai Shri Krishna Home Stay
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