Bharat Mandir, Rishikesh

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Bharat Mandir, center of the city, situated at the bank of River Ganga, Rishikesh, India Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Bharat Mandir, is one of the oldest temples of Rishikesh, located in the centre of the old town. This temple is just half a kilometre away from Triveni Ghat. The temple is famous among visitors as it comprises an idol of Lord Vishnu, which is placed in the inner sanctum of this temple. This idol was carved out of Saligram, a single black stone and has Himalayan cast of features. Several tourists throng this temple at the time of the famous spring festival, know as Basant Panchami. The temple is also famous for old statues, pots, coins and various artefacts that are housed inside.

Bharat Mandir, Rishikesh

HistoryEdit

Bharat Mandir was built by Adi Guru Shankaracharya, according to the ancient records of ‘Kedarkhand’. This temple is said to be devastated in 1398 AD by Tamur Lane.

Must SeeEdit

Attraction.

Visiting TimeEdit

7.00 AM – 7.00 PM.

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Best Season to VisitEdit

October to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

1 – 2 hours.

Ticket Required : No Edit

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

EllBee Ganga View ; 355, Haridwar Road, Palika Nagar, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand 249201 ; Ph/M – 088 82 661577 ; Food Serve – Indian.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Rishikesh is well connected by a road network and national highways 45. The tourist will reach to Rishikesh by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : Rishikesh remains well connected with all the key destinations in Uttarakhand and outside. There are regular private and bus public services available to and from Rishikesh to other important destinations.

Train : Rishikesh is well connected by railway networks with major cities of India. The taxis and buses are easily available from Rishikesh Railway Station.

Air : Jolly Grant Airport is the nearest Airport to Rishikesh situated at a distance of 21 Kilometre. Taxis and Cabs are easily available from Jolly Grant Airport to Rishikesh. This airport is well connected to Delhi with daily regular flights. Jolly Grant Airport in Dehradun : 0135 241 2052.

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