Omkarananda Ashram in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Omkarananda Ashram is a famous ashram located in Rishikesh. This ashram is situated on the foothills of the Himalayas in Muni Ki Reti. This ashram was established in the year 1967 by Gurudev Paramahamsa Omkarananda Saraswati, which was a saint and philosopher. This ashram is a spiritual place famous for Iyengar Yoga. This ashram is known for purity, spirituality and high ideals. This ashram is the main centre of devotion and spirituality. In the ashram, morning evening the Worship and Aarti also happen. There is also a proper arrangement for rest in the ashram at night. Yoga, asana and kirtan are also done in this ashram. Omkarananda Ashram is one of the main ashrams of Rishikesh.

How To Reach Omkarananda Ashram

By Air

The nearest airport to Rishikesh is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun, which is about 20 km from Rishikesh.

By Train

The nearest railway station of Rishikesh is Rishikesh, which comes under to the Northern Railway Zone of Indian Railways.

By Road

Omkarananda Ashram is located at a distance of about 3 km from Rishikesh.

Best Time To Visit

The journey of Omkarananda Ashram can be done throughout the year, but the best time to visit here is between the months of October to April. Travelling here in these months is the best and enjoyable. During the winter season, the weather of here is cold. Due to cold in the winter season, the temperature of here goes down very much. Due to heavy rains in the rainy season, it is a bit difficult to travel of here because of rains.