Sri Sathya Sai Ghaat

Sri Sathya Sai Ghaat is one of the most serene ghats in Rishikesh. Located next to Laxman Jhula, it is just 5 km away from the main city. Besides its peaceful ambience, the ghat is also known as one of the cleanest in Rishikesh. Unlike many other ghats, Sri Satya Sai Ghat is not very crowded, offering enough space for yoga and meditation enthusiasts. Additionally, visitors can attend the Ganga Arti, held in the evening.

Cleanest Ghat of Rishikesh

Sri Satya Sai Ghat is situated on the banks of the Ganga River, which is just opposite the Trayambakeshwar Temple. In the evening, the view of the temple from this ghat is truly remarkable. The ghat features statues of Goddess Ganga, Lord Vishnu, and Lord Shiva, which enhances the spiritual atmosphere. The ghat also houses a Sri Satya Sai Temple, where devotees can offer their prayers. More often, this ghat is also used for the holy Ganga dip by visitors.
 

Sri Sathya Sai Ghaat is regarded as one of the cleanest ghats in Rishikesh, making this spot ideal for Yoga and Meditation practices. Many visitors can be seen performing spiritual practices, especially during the peaceful hours of the morning.

Ganga Aarti

At Sri Sathya Sai Ghaat, visitors can also enjoy the Ganga Arti, which is held daily except on Mondays. A group of priests performs the arti, which usually begins around 6:00 pm. However, to attend the aarti and to secure a perfect spot, people start gathering as early as 5 pm. As the sun sets, the view from the ghat becomes more magical. The Terah Manzil temple and Laxman Jhula, beautifully illuminated with many lights, create a surreal view that is beyond our imagination.

Things to Do

Timing

As such, there are no specific timings for the ghat; it remains open to the public throughout the day.

Accommodation

• Visitors have multiple accommodation options in Rishikesh, which they can book as per their needs. Along with Hotels, resorts, and luxury stays, you can also opt for spiritual retreats in ashrams and dharmshalas. Some prominent and popular ashrams in Rishikesh are:
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram.
  • Sivananda Ashram.
  • Osho Ganga Dham Ashram.
  • Phool Chatti Ashram, etc.

Important Tips for Travellers

• Avoid visiting by car or two-wheeler; instead, use public transport.
• Parking facility if available for two-wheeler, costs Rs 48/-.
• Ganga Arti is held daily except on Monday.
• To secure a front-row sitting area for a better view of the Ganga Arti, try to reach earlier.
• Visitors can bathe near the ghat, but a changing facility is not available.

Nearby Attraction

• After exploring the ghat, you can also visit some other popular places, such as: -
  • Laxman Jhula.
  • Trayambakeshwar Temple (Terah Manzil Mandir)
  • Ram Jhula.
  • Janki Setu Bridge.
  • Parmarth Niketan Ashram.
  • The Beatles Ashram (Chaurasi Kutiya)
  • Patna Waterfall.
  • Neelkanth Temple.
  • Neer Waterfall.
  • Shivpuri.