{"id":32745,"date":"2025-10-06T00:13:44","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T05:43:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/?p=32745"},"modified":"2025-12-09T02:54:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T02:54:56","slug":"shatrughna-temple-rishikesh-ram-jhula","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rishikeshdaytour.com\/blog\/shatrughna-temple-rishikesh-ram-jhula\/","title":{"rendered":"Powerful Shatrughna Temple Rishikesh near Ram Jhula Bridge"},"content":{"rendered":"

Powerful Shatrughna Temple Rishikesh near Ram Jhula Bridge<\/span><\/h1>\n

Rishikesh<\/strong>, located in the divine land of Uttarakhand (Devbhoomi)<\/strong>, is a holy pilgrimage site<\/strong> where people from different parts of India<\/strong> come for worship.<\/p>\n

Among the many ancient temples<\/strong> established here, one notable temple is the Shri Shatrughna Temple<\/strong>, located near Ram Jhula<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Shatrughan Temple, Rishikesh<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shatrughna Temple Rishikesh \u2014 A Historic Site<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Shatrughna<\/strong>, the younger brother of Maryada Purushottam Shri Ram<\/strong>, performed years of penance<\/strong> at Muni Ki Reti in Rishikesh<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The ancient Shatrughna Temple<\/strong> is located about 100 meters from the main highway<\/strong> at Muni Ki Reti. It was established in the 8th century by Adi Guru Shankaracharya<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

While traveling on the main highway towards Ram Jhula<\/strong>, this temple is located midway along the route<\/strong>. In this temple, along with Lord Shatrughna<\/strong>, devotees also worship the Chaturbhuj form of Lord Narayan<\/a><\/strong> and perform puja and rituals for the Ram Darbar.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This temple has its own unique history<\/strong>, attracting devotees from far and wide<\/strong>. While all festivals are celebrated here with great enthusiasm<\/strong>, the two main festivals<\/strong> of this temple are Janmashtami<\/strong> and Ram Navami<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Muni Ki Reti<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Historical Significance\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In earlier times, pilgrims traveling towards the Char Dham<\/strong> would first visit this temple<\/strong> before continuing their journey. Shatrughna performed silent meditation (maun sadhana) here<\/strong>, and because of this, the place came to be known as \u201cMaun Ki Reti\u201d (the sands of silence)<\/strong>, which over time evolved into \u201cMuni Ki Reti\u201d<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Mahant Manoj Prapanchaarya<\/strong> of Shri Shatrughna Temple explains that in ancient times<\/strong>, Lord Shatrughna<\/strong> performed silent meditation (maun tapasya)<\/strong> at this place. Because of this, the site was originally known as Maun Ki Reti (the sands of silence)<\/strong>, and today it is famously called Muni Ki Reti<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

According to legend, Lord Shatrughna had slain Lavanasura<\/strong>, a member of Ravana\u2019s family, which resulted in a Brahma Dosha (a divine curse)<\/strong> to him. To nullify this Brahma Dosha<\/strong>, he came to Rishikesh<\/strong> and performed silent penance at this site<\/strong>. Since then, the temple has been known as the Shatrughna Temple<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Ganga Aarti at Shatrughan Ghat -The Lighting Ceremony<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Shatrughna Ghat \u2014 Evening Ganga Aarti<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Right in front of the ancient Shatrughna Temple<\/strong> is Shatrughna Ghat<\/strong>,<\/a> where a <\/a>grand Ganga Aarti<\/a><\/strong> is held every evening. Before the Ganga Aarti<\/strong>, the Shiv Tandav Stotra<\/strong> is recited.<\/p>\n

The scenic beauty surrounding the ghat<\/strong> adds to the splendor of the aarti<\/strong>. This ghat is located between Ram Jhula and Janki Setu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Traditionally, five priests perform the Ganga Aarti<\/strong> here, but when was\u00a0 the COVID-19 pandemic<\/strong>, only three priests<\/strong> were conducting it for the time being.<\/p>\n

The Shri Ganga Gau Seva Samiti<\/strong> manages the aarti. During the aarti, the illuminated Ram Jhula on the left<\/strong> and Janki Setu on the right<\/strong> captivate and attract devotees.<\/p>\n

Festivals of Shatrughna Temple Rishikesh<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Mahant Manoj Prapanchaarya<\/strong> further explains that while all festivals at Shatrughna Temple<\/strong> are celebrated with great enthusiasm<\/strong>, the two main festivals<\/strong> are Janmashtami<\/strong> and Ram Navami<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

During these festivals, the temple is beautifully decorated<\/strong>, and bhajans and kirtans<\/strong> are organized for devotees. Devotees from far and wide<\/strong> come to this temple for darshan and blessings<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Also Known as Shri Adi Badrinarayan<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It is noteworthy that this temple is known not only as Shatrughna Temple<\/strong> but also as Shri Adi Badrinarayan<\/strong>. In this temple, you can find idols of Shatrughna, Lord Rama, Mata Sita, Lakshman<\/strong>, as well as Lord Vishnu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The temple opens at 7 AM<\/strong> for devotees from India and abroad<\/strong>, and its doors are closed in the evening after the Ganga Aarti<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Two Aartis are performed daily<\/strong> in this temple. If you are visiting or planning to visit Rishikesh<\/strong>, do not forget to pay your respects at this ancient Shri Shatrughna Temple<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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