A historical and religious epiphany

On the banks of the Ganga in the lovely town of Rishikesh stands the calm Gita Bhawan set in the Swarg Ashram area. Its foundations were laid by Swami Sivananda in 1936, and as the area's name suggests, Gita Bhawan truly presents a glimpse of heaven. Owing to its name, Gita Bhawan is painted around with shlokas of the revered Hindu scripture, Bhagwad Gita, providing a true sight into Hinduism. Wherever you look, there's a glimpse of stories, wars, gods and their epic characters and reincarnations.

The Laxmi Narayan shrine within the Bhawan contributes to this religious and age-old awakening. Adorned with striking idols of goddess Laxmi and Lord Narayan, the shrine is a sanctuary of peace and harmony. Another fascinating aspect of the Gita Bhawan is the age-old Banyan tree. With its strong roots bursting out and a huge trunk covered in prayer threads of ages, the tree serves as a devotional connection, inviting you to reflect and find your own path to enlightenment.