There are so many beautiful and historical places to visit in Ayodhya. The Ayodhya is the birthplace of Lord Rama. so, many people are getting interested in visiting Ayodhya. The major holy places are in Ayodhya, where Ram Janmabhoomi is the centre of the attraction. The Ayodhya Ram Mandir is a religious significance and historical epic in India.
The best time to visit Ayodhya is from October to March. This is because most festivals like Ram Navami and Diwali are celebrated at that time. The Ayodhya is filled with beautiful lights and is an attractive place at that time. In this one, you can travel the whole Ayodhya without any guide. We cover every place to visit in Ayodhya.
We list out the Places to visit in Ayodhya in the table format for easy to understand.
| S.No | Places to visit in Ayodhya | Timings |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ram Janmabhoomi | 07:00 AM to 09:00 PM |
| 2. | Hanuman Garhi | 04:00 AM to 01:00 PM 03:30 PM to 09:00 PM |
| 3. | Kanak Bhawan | Summer 9 AM to 11:30 AM 4:30 PM to 9:30 PM Winter 9 AM to 12:00 PM 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM |
| 4. | Treta Ke Thakur | Opens once in year at the time of Kartik Shukla Ekadashi between October to November on that day opens 24 hrs |
| 5. | Nageshwarnath Temple | 6:00 AM to 01:00 PM 04:00 PM to 09:00 PM |
| 6. | Guptar Ghat | opens 24 hrs every day |
| 7. | Ramkatha Park | 06:00 AM to 07:00 PM |
| 8. | Sarayu River | opens 24/7 but the best time to visit is sunset and sunrise |
| 9. | Choti Chawni | best time to visit in the early mornings |
| 10. | Ram ki Paidi | 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| 11. | Dashrath Bhawan | 8:00 AM to 12: 00 PM and 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
A Clear Format Guide – Places To Visit In Ayodhya
1.Ram Janmabhoomi
Ram Janmabhoomi is Lord Rama’s temple and is also called Ram Mandir. It is the birthplace of Lord Rama and you can see the ancient looks of the temple and architecture. Get darshan and blessings of Lord Rama. The free darshan is available at the temple. If you want to make your darshan fast, book darshan tickets online.
Location: The Ram Janmabhoomi is located on the banks of the Sarayu River.
Entry fee: Free
2. Hanuman Garhi
Hanuman Garhi is a popular temple of Lord Hanuman. In the olden days, you had to visit the Hanuman Garhi before going to the Ram Mandir temple. Now the route has changed. You can visit Hanuman Garhi after your darshan. It was built on the hilltop in the 10th century. The devotees believe that Hanuman is protecting Ayodhya now also.
In the Hanuman Garhi temple, the Lord Hanuman gives you darshan as a child. Hanuman is sleeping in his mother’s lap, Anjani Devi.
Entry Fee: Free
3. Dashrath Bhawan
After completion of of Hanuman Garhi darshan take a left and travel 100 meters you see The Dashrath Bhawan. It is the place of Lord Dasharth Maharaj means father of lord Rama where he lives. In this temple, there are a total of Family idols that are Lord Rama with his parents and siblings. You can take darshan all of them at a time.
Entry Fee: Free
4. Kanak Bhawan
After coming out from the Dasharth Bhawan, go straight. Take the first right. You will see the board on the road and travel some distance straight you reach to the Kanak Bhawan. Kanak Bhawan means golden temple. This is also called Kaikeyi Bhawan. The reason behind this is that Kaikeyi presented this Bhawan as a wedding gift to Lord Rama and Sita.
Here you can Darshan both Lord Rama and Sita at a time. You can also darshan Sita devi Padhalu in this place.
Entry Fee: Free
5. Guptar Ghat
After coming out from the Kanak Bhawan travel half a Kilometre exactly opposite road to the Bhawan. After travelling you reach to the Auto stand. Take an Auto and go to Guptar Ghat. Approximately Auto drivers charge 600 rupees for up and down, you have to travel 10 kilometres from the Auto stand.
In the olden days, The Guptar Ghat is the forest. The Sarayu River flows through this Ghat the place of last departure of Lord Rama. On the banks of the River, you can darshan Chakra Hari temple. The opposite view from the Chakra Hari temple is a beautiful one.
Entry Fee: Free
6. Ram ki Paidi
Next, with the help of Auto go to Lata Mangeshkar. Ram Ki Paidi and Sarayu River are located back side of the Lata Mangeshkar. Ram ki Paidi is a special place in Ayodhya. So many devotees and pilgrims are taking baths in the Sarayu River. In Ayodhya, most of the festivals are held at this place mostly Diwali is every year celebrated at this place. The reason behind this is after Lord Ram and Sita returned to Ayodhya from Lanka. The whole of Ayodhya was filled with lights. Ayodhya was illuminated to celebrate their return.
At 7 PM, The Ram Ki Paidi is filled with lights. It seems very beautiful. Don’t miss the night scenery.
Entry Fee: Free
7. Nageshwarnath Temple
The Nageshwarnath Temple is located nearer to the Ram ki Paidi. Go to the other side of the Ram ki Paidi. Then take a right. The temple is located on the left side of the road. This temple is constructed by Lord Rama’s son Kushudu. It is the most ancient temple when compared to other temples in Ayodhya.
Entry Fee: Free
8. Sarayu River
The Sarayu River is beautiful in the Ayodhya. The most peaceful place in the Ayodhya. Here you can also go boating in the River. but it is not free they charge money for the boating. The prices for the boating are, for shared boating each person 50/- rupees. For individuals, they charge 300/- rupees. The best time to visit the Sarayu River is in the evening time because you can enjoy the sunset. At the time of 7 PM, you can take Sarayu Harathi.
Entry Fee: Free
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