Name: Rishikesh
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Triveni Ghat, Rishikesh Overview

Situated on the banks of the holy river Ganges, Triveni Ghat is the biggest ghat in Rishikesh. 'Maha Aarti' happens every evening at Triveni Ghat.

Triveni Ghat plays an essential role in Hindu Mythology and is also mentioned in the epics Ramayan and Mahabharat. The Triveni Ghat is also where the chattri of Lord Krishna was constructed. In fact, the ghat is considered to be the cremation ground for the great Lord Krishna. Along with the holy dips, the devotees also make offerings to the river in the form of milk, while feeding the fishes in the Ghat too.

Ganga Aarti at Triveni Ghat

The evening aarti is also called the Maha Aarti and is conducted from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM every day. It is one of the most popular and well-attended rituals of the town, Rishikesh. The Maha Aarti is performed by chanting bhajans in praise of the lord and is celebrated by beating electrifying drums and rhythmic bells. The prayers offered to the lord are melodious and hypnotising, allowing you to feel the energy of the lord and connect with him.

The devotees release small floating leaf boats with oil lamps or gleaming diyas in them. The entire river is dotted with these little burning flames and the beauty of yellow flames in the dark water under the twinkling night sky is unparalleled.

Things To Do at Triveni Ghat

1. Devotees also come to the Triveni Ghat to perform a ceremony called 'Pindha Shraddha'. This ceremony is performed to honour the ancestors and pray for their soul to find peace.

2. The mesmerizing view of the sunrise at the Triveni Ghat is the perfect start to the day. Many devotees come to the ghat to offer their offerings to the lord and the holy Ganga and pray for a fruitful day. They offer milk to the river and also feed the many thousand fish that call the river Ganga their home.