Raghunath Mandir Rishikesh | Raghunath Temple Rishikesh , Festivals and Worship timings

Raghunath Temple is an ancient temple dedicated to Lord Rama and his wife Sita in Rishikesh. Lord Rama is considered and worshiped as the best and dignified human being in Hinduism. Lord Ram is known and worshiped as an ideal son and king. The Raghunath Temple of Rishikesh is famous for the Rishi Kund located here.

Significance of Raghunath Temple Rishikesh

Raghunath Temple is an ancient temple which is believed to be related to the Ramayana period. According to mythology, Lord Rama stayed here when he was in exile. It is said that the Rishi Kund established here also dates back to the same time.

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It is also believed that the rivers Ganga, Yamuna and Saraswati meet here underground. The Raghunath temple holds special significance because of its association with Lord Rama. Devotees coming to Rishikesh definitely come here for darshan in this temple.

Raghunath Temple Rishikesh Worship timings


The Raghunath temple remains open for darshan for devotees throughout the year. The temple has darshan and puja timings from 6 am to 7 pm everyday.

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Raghunath Temple Rishikesh - nearby places

Raghunath Temple is situated on the Triveni Ghat itself. Other main attractions of Rishikesh can also be seen from here. Triveni Ghat is the main Ganga Ghat of Rishikesh. A special aarti of river Ganges is organized at Triveni Ghat at 6 in the evening, to see which a large number of tourists and devotees gather at the ghat.

Other main attractions are Trimbakeshwar Temple, Laxman Temple, Laxman Jhula Bridge, Bharat Mandir. Neelkanth Mahadev Temple is a famous temple of Lord Shiva at a distance of about 30 km from Rishikesh. Special festivals and worship are organized in this temple on Mahashivratri and Shivaratri which falls in the month of Sawan (July / August).

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Apart from visiting the temple, tourists also like shopping in Rishikesh's market. Tourists often buy idols, Rudraksh and warm clothes from here.

Near Raghunath Temple is the Rishikesh Ashram, which is known for Yoga education and Vedic education.

Raghunath Temple Rishikesh Festivals 

Ram Navami is celebrated as the birthday festival of Lord Rama. Special pujas are performed in the Raghunath temple on the day of Ram Navami. Apart from this, Dussehra and Diwali are also specially celebrated here.

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How to reach Raghunath Temple Rishikesh

By flight to Raghunath Temple

If you want to come by flight to reach Raghunath Temple Rishikesh, then Jolly Grant Airport located in Dehradun, 35 km from Rishikesh, is the nearest airport. Distance from Dehradun airport to Rishikesh and to reach Raghunath temple can be reached by taxi. Dehradun is also easily accessible by Uttarakhand State Transport bus from Rishikesh. You can take an auto for local travel in Rishikesh.

By Train

Raghunath Temple is just a short distance from Rishikesh's railway station. The railway station of Rishikesh is connected to the rest of the country by direct or connected trains.

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By Road

Rishikesh is well connected by road and can be easily reached by state transport buses, private tour buses or by driving in your own car.

Other Attractions of Rishikesh

Rishikesh is a famous city of Uttarakhand which is known for its ancient temples, yoga ashrams as well as adventure sports activities. Tourists who come here can often be seen participating in adventures like trekking, camping, bungee jumping and river rafting. The season for these activities lasts from October to March. These activities cannot be conducted later due to monsoon.

There are many tour operators and agencies in Rishikesh who provide these activities for the tourists.