Vashishta Gufa

Vashishta Gufa is an ancient cave situated on the banks of the Ganga river and one of the most beautiful place for meditation & yoga near Rishikesh.

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By Air

The nearest airport to Vashishta Gufa Rishikesh is Jolly Grant Airport Dehradun which is situated at a distance of 20km from Rishikesh.

By Train

The closest railway station to Vashishta Gufa is Rishikesh. It comes under the Northern Railway zone of the Indian Railway. From Rishikesh, you can find lots of local taxis and cabs to reach Vashishta Gufa.

By Bus

Vashishta Gufa is located at a distance of 22km from Rishikesh bus stand.

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Vashishta Gufa, Rishikesh, Uttarakhand

Vashishta Gufa is an ancient cave situated on the banks of the Ganga river and one of the most beautiful places for meditation near Rishikesh. This is the perfect destination for peace-loving people and nature lovers.

Vashishta, Lord Brahma's manas Putra, meditated in this cave. The Vashistha Gufa, which is managed by the Swami Purshottamanand Trust, is a popular tourist destination in Rishikesh. The naturally occurring cave has 200 steps to make the entrance accessible to tourists. The interior of the cave is filled with the aroma of burning oil and sticks, making it a peaceful and spiritual meditational sanctuary. Vashishtha Gufa is open from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from (3 pm to 6 pm). The cave is still nearby (12 pm to 3 pm).

Things to do in Vashishta Gufa

1. Camping

Living in the camps near Vashishta cave is the most exciting activity which you can enjoy a lot. The place has some most luxurious tents based in its surroundings.

2. Trekking

Trekking near Vashishta cave is yet another exciting activity that can keep you excited every step.

3. Bird watching

Watching birds is a favorite pastime for visitors. Throughout the year the place is surrounded by numerous migratory birds.

4. Stargazing

The cool and calm environment of Vashishta Gufa gives you an opportunity to view stars at night.

 

Best time to visit Vashishta Gufa:
January,February,March,October,November,December
Activities at Vashishta Gufa:
Cultural Heritage, Trekking Adventures

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