Parmarth Niketan Ashram Tourism

Type of destination: Ashram/Spiritual Centre

Ideal visit duration: 2-3 hours

Closed in: Open all year

Parmarth Niketan is a spiritual abode located in the sacred town of Rishikesh at the foothills of the Himalayas along the banks of the river Ganges. Founded in 1942 by Pujya Swami Shukdevanandji Maharaj, it has grown to become one of the largest ashrams in Rishikesh. The ashram provides a serene, clean and pure atmosphere where thousands of pilgrims and spiritual seekers from all corners of the world come to deep dive into the spiritual practice of Yoga and meditation. Covering a vast area, it contains neatly maintained gardens, a sapling nursery, and over 1000 rooms for accommodation. Parmarth Niketan offers daily activities including morning universal prayers, yoga & meditation classes, satsang (devotional songs), lectures, and Ganga aarti at dusk. The ashram also hosts the annual International Yoga Festival which attracts participants globally.

Monday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Tuesday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Wednesday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Thursday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Friday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Saturday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM
Sunday	06:00 AM to 08:00 PM

Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)

Entry Ticket Pricing for Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Adult	Free
Child	Free

Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .

Tips when you are visiting to Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Dress Code

Maintain a dress code suitable for a place of worship.

Photography

Be respectful when taking photographs.

Evening Aarti

Participate in the Ganga Aarti at sunset for a spiritual experience.

Top 5 Reviews on Parmarth Niketan Ashram

Nomad29994867254

Wrote on 21st Dec, 2023

Worst Asharam in Rishikesh

WORST ashram in rishikesh. They are only interested in foreigners and VIP's. They provide dirty rooms to common pilgrimage and room charges are no less than hotel charges. The rooms are filled with Ra..

FarAway66494831841

Wrote on 19th Dec, 2023

Good atmosphere

The entire experience was very good. The atmosphere around was very serene and healthy. The stay was good and the canteen was very good in terms of food quality and variety too. The ashram also has yo..

Pradyumna

Wrote on 21st Nov, 2023

Great Ambiance

The entrance is beautiful. There is a huge gate and from this gate you can view the great River Ganga too. Between the great Ganga and the gate is the famous statue of Lord Shiv. Its almost divine. Th..

Stay26543793392

Wrote on 2nd Oct, 2023

Much more needed towards maintenance

We stayed at Parmarth niketan for two days.Its a good property with many features to be visited especially the Ganga arti ,which is at a ghat very near to the ashram.However the room ( the AC one,forg..

ajaycho

Wrote on 8th May, 2023

Parmarth@ Rishikesh PBWF@LM Kapoor

1. We went for a Retreat organised by PBWF aka Mr LM Kapoor 2. The Ashram was full and we got rooms on 2 nd floor , with a steep flight of steps ( no lifts). 3. Luggage was transported by porters with..