Triveni Ghat
त्रिवेणी घाट
The largest bathing ghat in Rishikesh's old town. Legend says it is where three rivers meet, and the sunset fire ceremony here has more of a local flavor.
Triveni means 'the confluence of three rivers'. Legend holds that the Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati meet here. It is the main ghat where pilgrims bathe at dawn and hold rites for the dead. The ghat features sculptures of Krishna and Arjuna in their chariot. The evening fire ceremony here has a stronger local folk character than the one at Parmarth Niketan, and there are fewer tourists. Entry is free. It is in the old town market area, about a 15-minute walk from the bus station. Markets south of Lakshman Jhula are nearby for browsing.
Opening hours
Open all day; fire ceremony around sunset
Nearby sights
- Bharat Mandir
- Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutia)
- Janki Setu
- Parmarth Niketan Ganga Aarti
- Ram Jhula
- Sivananda Ashram (Divine Life Society)
- Lakshman Jhula
- Tera Manzil Temple (Trayambakeshwar)