Prime Day & Hours: Weekends, mornings, and evenings
Suggested Duration: 4 - 5 hours
Tickets: Free Entry
Nearest Railway Station: Rishikesh Railway Station, about 3.6 KM away
Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun, about 18.4 KM away
Nearest Bus Stop: Rishikesh Bus Stand, about 2.5 KM away
Muni Ki Reti in Rishikesh is a small town located on the banks of the holy river Ganges, and is one of the most significant places to visit in Rishikesh. This place, Muni Ki Reti, is named after a sage called Muni, who is said to have meditated here for a long time. Due to its location at the sandy banks of the river Ganges, it is named Muni Ki Reti, where 'Reti' refers to the sand, and its name altogether means "The sandy banks of Muni".
Muni Ki Reti is considered to be an important center for meditation and yoga in India. This place is peaceful and serene, attracting spiritual seekers from around the world. This town has number of ashrams, yoga centers, and meditation centers that offer various courses and programs for people who are eager to join. Along with that, this town is surrounded by lush greenery and beauty. Parmarth Niketan Ashram is one of the most famous places in Muni ki reti.
Another major attraction in Muni Ki Reti is Triveni Ghat, which marks the confluence of three rivers, Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati. Overall, Muni Ki Reti is a spiritual place that offers natural beauty, spiritual power, and culture altogether.