Adjoining the two regions of Rishikesh-Sivananda Nagar and Swarg Ashram, Ram Jhula is one of the significant landmarks of the state of Uttarakhand. Expanding a mind-boggling view, Ram Jhula or bridge is a great work of intelligence in the field of engineering. The bridge is a famous spot where so many Bollywood movie shoots have been done.
There are many Hindu ashrams and religious centers established on both sides of the Ganges. It is also a connecting bridge between Sivananda Ashram located in Muni Ki Reti to Gita Bhawan, Parmarth Niketan, and other temples located in Swargashram.
Though similar in design, this bridge is bigger than Lakshman Jhula which is 2 kilometers upwards of the river stream. This bridge is constructed with a span of 750 feet.
Ram Jhula History
The famous Ram Jhula was initially a bridge made of very strong jute ropes, tightly intertwined to give it strength and to help it bear the weight of passers-by. It did not have any pillars to provide structural support in the beginning.
Later, it was re-constructed with iron in the year 1986 by the PWD under government supervision. Since it is located in the spiritual and holy city of Rishikesh, the name of the bridge is derived from the Aryan King- Lord Ram- the protagonist of the epic Ramayana.
The other famous bridge on the river is the Lakshman Jhula. The story goes that in the era of Ram’s reign, Lakshman had crossed the Ganga with the help of two ropes.
Top Attractions Near Ram Jhula
1. Parmarth Niketan Temple
Founded by Pujya Swami Shukdevanand Ji. The place is known for spirituality activity. You can practice various yoga under the guidance of an expert yoga practitioner.
2. Swarg Ashram
One of the spiritual places in Rishikesh, Swarg Ashram is a great place to meditate. This is absolutely mind and soul rejuvenating.
3. Bharat Mandir
One of the ancient temples in Rishikesh that witnesses a number of devotees, history explorers, and much more people.
4. Ram Jhula Market
The Ram Jhula Market can be found at the point where the bridge ends, where you can find shops selling everything imaginable- from groceries to mementos and religious tokens. You can find religious sculptures, statues, and framed pictures of different gods and goddesses, dress materials, jewelry, and other artifacts available in the markets.
Things to Do Near Ram Jhula
1. River Rafting
River rafting is one of the prominent activities that will ensure great fun. There are many river rafting organizing authorities that organize the river rafting ensuring the utmost safety.
2. Trekking
Here, you can enjoy trekking. There are several organizations that organize trekking.
3. Hiking
Another exciting experience is hiking. But, make sure you are guided by the authentic authority that organizes the hiking activity.
Best Time to Visit Ram Jhula
The pleasant weather of Rishikesh is absolutely inviting and lets you visit anytime you want. Though, visiting during August-October will be preferable months as it is the time when the city witnesses perfect and moderate weather to explore more.
How to Reach Ram Jhula
The prestigious and holy icon of Hindus, Ram Jhula is an iron suspension bridge that is laid across the Ganga river at a distance of 3 km from the divine city Rishikesh. This 1986 bridge is a connection between Muni Ki Reti’s Sivananda Nagar area in Tehri to Swargashram in Pauri.
By Air
Deboard at Jolly Grant Airport which is situated at a distance of about 21 km from here. You can easily take connecting flights from Delhi and Chandigarh to reach here. From the airport, book a taxi to cover the rest of the distance and reach your respective destination.
- From Patna – Board Jet Airways, Spicejet, Go Air flights from Patna Airport. The airfares begin from INR 4500 - 5000
- From Jammu – Board AirIndia, Spicejet, IndiGo flights from Jammu Airport. The airfares start from INR 6300 – 7000
- From Dharamshala – Board Spicejet, IndiGo flights from Dharamshala Airport. The airfares range from INR 6200
By Train
The nearest Railway Station to Ram Jhula is the Rishikesh Railway Station located 5-10 km away. From the station, you will need to book a taxi or a bus to reach here.
- From Delhi – Board JAN SHATABDI SPL from New Delhi Railway station and deboard at Rishikesh Railway Station
- From Jaipur – Board UDZ HW SPL from Jaipur Railway station and deboard at Rishikesh Railway Station
By Road
Depending upon your location, you can travel to this place via road network as well. If planning a trip by bus, then deboard at Rishikesh ISBT which is (approx) 3km from Ram Jhula. Afterward, auto-rickshaws can make your path easy. The journey to Ram Jhula is going to be highly fascinating for you as there are a lot of other religious spots nearby. Gather as many as blessings you can while enjoying a trip. Apart from buses, you can also consider traveling by private cabs or self-drive here.
- From Delhi – 246.3 Km via NH334
- From Shivpuri – 678.1 Km via Taj Express Highway
- From Himachal Pradesh – 270.2 Km via SH 2 and NH7
You can plan your trip and create your own route to the city with Adotrip’s technically driven circuit planner.
