A serene and peaceful place!. Review on Shri Swaminarayan Ashram, Rishikesh

Shri Swaminayan Ashram is a different world of its own. The beauty of this place is beyond words. Situated right on the banks of river Ganga, this place is for those who want to unwind, experience spirituality & seek peace. Right from day 1, till we left the ashram, all members of the ashram treated us like a part of their family.

The ashram is quite, well maintained and clean place one can visit. The rooms are neat with basic amenities. One can hear the Ganga rush by 24*7 from the room. Such holy environment. Coming to the food/Prasad that they offer to each and every tourist that visits their ashram. It is completely a ‘Saatvik Bhojan’. Had such scrumptious meal after ages. They have a small shop too in their ashram that sells pretty gems & accessories made of it. The students at the ashram follow a daily routine & are well mannered. The staff is courteous & helpful too.

Eating along with the Ashram students, taking a dip in the holy Ganga every morning, participating in the evening Ganga Aarti that is performed daily by the gurukul students, chanting the Hanuman Chalisa & hearing the most energetic conch are all lifetime experiences one must gain.

It is a tranquil place with a great view of the Ganga & several acres to walk through.This place has an energy you must soak in. It is a perfect place for stressed out city dwellers seeking peace & fresh air.

In short it is well-protected by hills and gushing Ganga and is good for relaxing and meditating. I would recommend this ashram to tourists who are visiting Rishikesh. I am going back soon!