Parmarth Niketan

Swargashram, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand · Yoga, Pilgrimage, Ganga Aarti

The largest ashram in Rishikesh, on the Ganga at Swargashram, known for its sunset Ganga Aarti. Open to all pilgrims who come for sadhana, seva and satsang.

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Who can stay	Open to all, without discrimination of race, gender, nationality, religion, caste or creed – for pilgrims here to devote themselves to sadhana, meditation, seva and satsang. NRIs/foreigners sign Form C on arrival.
Foreigners accepted	yes
Cost / donation	Room rates Not published - contact ashram. The ashram asks guests to insist on a receipt for donations and never requests payment via phone or WhatsApp.
Minimum stay	Not published - contact ashram
Volunteer (seva) terms	Seva is encouraged as part of the stay. Formal volunteer terms: Not published - contact ashram
Daily schedule	Morning universal prayers, daily yoga and meditation classes, satsang/lectures, kirtan Ganga Aarti daily at sunset (yagna 30 min before); all pilgrims expected to join Reception 8 AM–8 PM; arrive 8 AM–9 PM; check out before 11 AM Silence 10 PM–6 AM
Rules	Strictly vegetarian; no eggs, alcohol, smoking, drugs; onion/garlic discouraged No pets, playing cards, radios or TV Modest dress covering shoulders, midriff and calves; yoga students expected to wear white No unlisted guests in rooms; inform office if away 2–3 days, vacate if away longer Satellite phones banned in India
How to apply / book	Submit the general reservation request at parmarth.org/reservations (or app.parmarth.org). Booking is confirmed only by email; if no reply within 3 days email reservations@parmarth.com. Rooms allocated at check-in subject to availability.
Nearest transport	Not published - contact ashram

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Last verified: 2026-10-22

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