Triveni Ghat - Rishikesh

Triveni Ghat, a confluence of three holy significant Rivers the Ganges, the Yamuna and the Saraswathi, is a most revered sacred bathing spot in Rishikesh and is situated on the banks of Ganges River. 

It is of belief that those who take a dip in Triveni Ghat will have release, a relief from all sins carried out; the water here has the power to purify them. Daily in the morning and evening there are thousands who take bath at Triveni Ghat and enjoy the Maha Aarti being performed in the evening.It very soothing to sit on the banks of the river and enjoy the cool breeze from the river. .An impressive view of lamps floated in the river as part of aarti ceremony is pleasing to eyes after the sunset. Triveni Ghat holds a significant place in the Hindu Mythology and Puranas and also finds a mention in the Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata. It is believed that Lord Krishna visited this holy spot when he was hurt by an arrow shot by Jara – a hunter. The popular temples Gita Mandir and Lakshminarayan temple are located on the banks of Triveni Ghat.

Timings

Ganga Arti Timing depends on sunset  in peak winter Time is 5:30PM where as in peak summer it is 7:30PM and at other times it is somewhere between 5:30PM to 7:30PM.

Places to Visit in Triveni Ghat:

The Gita Mandir (Temple), Bharat Mandir (Temple) & the Laxmi- Narayan Temple are the main attractions of the Triveni Ghat.

How to Reach Triveni Ghat:

Its only 06 km from Ram Jhula, 09 Km from Lakshman Jhula, 30 km far from Haridwar.