Triveni Ghat Maha Aarti, Rishikesh

Triveni Ghat Maha Aarti, Rishikesh

The Triveni Ghat Rishikesh is situated in the lap of the Himalayan Mountains in Garhwal, Uttarakhand. It is one of the major tourist destinations. Triveni Ghat is the main bathing Ghat in Rishikesh where many devotees take a dip in the holy Ganges river in the morning. It is said that at the Triveni Ghat, it is a place of confluence of the three major rivers of Hinduism, Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati. It is widely believed that the people who bath in the sacred water of the Ghat will free from their sins. The soul is purified and the person attained salvation. 

From the Triveni Ghat Rishikesh itself, the Ganges River turns to the right. When walking on the Ghat, descending the stairs on the other side, then beautiful views of the Ganges are seen from here. Before going to the temples to pay homage, the devotees should take a dip in the holy waters of the Ganga at the Ghat. At the time of the evening hours, thousands of pilgrims gather for Maha Aarti on the Triveni Ghat Rishikesh. The pilgrims pour into the river with flowers and lamps filled with flowers. The aarti is accompanied by chanting of Bhajan, beating drums and bells. These illuminated lamps in the evening provide a beautiful view. You can buy oil lamps from the nearby shops and be a part of the religious custom. The religious hymns recited in praise of the Ganges are sure to rejuvenate your mind and soul.

Triveni Ghat Rishikesh is an important site in the Hindu Mythology. It also has a mention in the epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana. There is also a Chhatri of Lord Krishna constructed at the Triveni Ghats. The Triveni Ghat Maha aarti is conducted as admiration and dedication to the goddess Ganga. You can carry a camera while you attend the Triveni Ghat aarti Rishikesh. The Maha Aarti is a one-hour affair and every minute of this aarti will offer you beautiful visuals. The scene is so mesmerizing that you will feel this glistening evening should never end. 

 

Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh Timings: 24 hours

Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh Entry Fees: Nil

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