Parmarth Niketan

A vast riverside ashram of yoga and evening ritual.

• 1The Ganga AartiA famous sunset ceremony.
• 2The Shiva statueA tall figure by the river.
• 3Yoga classesSessions for all levels.
• 4The riverfrontSteps down to the Ganga.

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Parmarth Niketan is Rishikesh's largest ashram. It was founded in 1942. It sits on the Ganga's bank.

Swami Shukdevanandji founded it. It has over a thousand rooms. Thousands come to learn yoga.

A 14-foot Shiva statue watches the river. It stands on the ghat. It marks the ashram's front.

Its sunset Ganga Aarti is famous. Hundreds gather each evening. Lamps and song fill the ghat.

It hosts a yoga festival yearly. That began in 1999. It draws seekers worldwide.

The ashram is open and free. Its riverfront is a highlight. It anchors Rishikesh's yoga scene.

Parmarth Niketan is a huge ashram. It lines the Ganga's bank. It anchors the town's yoga scene.

Its sunset aarti is famous. Hundreds gather on the ghat. Children sing the hymns.

A tall Shiva statue rises here. It stands over the river. It marks the ashram front.

Yoga classes run each day. Beginners are welcome. Teachers train here from abroad.

A yoga festival comes yearly. It began in 1999. It draws seekers worldwide.

The ashram is calm and clean. No meat or alcohol is served. Many stay far longer than planned.

It is Rishikesh's biggest ashram. It lines the Ganga bank. It leads the town's yoga life.

Over a thousand rooms fill it. Seekers come to study. Teachers train here for the world.

Its sunset aarti is famous. The ghat fills each night. Children sing the hymns.

A tall Shiva statue rises. It stands over the river. It fronts the ashram.

A yoga festival comes yearly. It began in 1999. It draws a global crowd.

No meat or alcohol is served. The town is dry and veg. Many stay longer than planned.

The riverfront draws dawn walkers. The Ganga runs cold and clear. Bells ring across the water.

Simple, wholesome meals are served. Guests eat together in silence. The pace is calm and slow.

Sources: Parmarth Niketan — Uttarakhand Tourism · Rishikesh — Wikipedia.

Sources: Parmarth Niketan — Uttarakhand Tourism · Rishikesh — Wikipedia.

🚦 Ways to travel

The ashram is at Swarg Ashram. Autos and walks reach it easily.

Base yourself in Rishikesh to visit with ease. It has stays for every budget. Book ahead in the cool season. Compare hotels on Booking.com. Find homes on Airbnb. See our Rishikesh guide for the best areas.

• 1🎫 TicketsFree for Indian visitors.
• 2🕒 TimingsOpen about 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
• 3🚫 ClosingOpen all week.
• 4🌤️ Best timeSunset, for the riverside Ganga Aarti.
• 5🧭 Getting thereSwarg Ashram, on the Ganga.
• 6🗺️ Plan withOur Rishikesh guide.

Costs are indicative. Confirm official rates on site.

• 1Dress modestlyCover shoulders and knees at shrines.
• 2Remove footwearTake off shoes where required.
• 3Ask before photosSeek consent before photographing people.
• 4Leave no traceCarry litter out. Do not touch carvings.
• 5Use licensed guidesHire official, badged guides only.

Pair Parmarth Niketan with sights close by. Together they make a full, rewarding day. Start early to beat the crowds and heat.

• 1Triveni GhatA short hop away, worth adding.
• 2Lakshman Jhula & Ram JhulaA short hop away, worth adding.
• 3Rishikesh guideA short hop away, worth adding.

Keep exploring around Rishikesh.