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History
Beatles Ashram was founded by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and was in existence before the entrance of the Beatles band. Individuals who were interested in learning and developing an educational career in this field were taught Transcendental Meditation by the Maharishi.
In the year 1968, a member of the British band The Beatles came to the ashram. Before going to this location, the Beatles attended a Maharishi session in Wales, which inspired them to travel to Rishikesh and remain in his ashram for three months. They enrolled in the TM course and remained at the Beatles Ashram's back-end accommodations. They had better facilities than the other students, including access to running water 24 hours a day, private restrooms, and electric heaters.
Architecture
The ashram's main attractions include its gorgeous dome-shaped structure, amazing graffiti works, and a beautiful painting of members of the Beatles band painted on one of Ved Bhavan's interior walls. Other notable features are the cryptic writings on the walls of Siddhi Bhavan and Anand Bhavan, as well as Chaurasi Kutia's wonderfully built meditation chambers. The Beatles Ashram is said to have its special energy and uplifting aura, which helps visitors understand the true power and significance of spirituality.
Activities
- Take a look at the beautiful paintings created by guests on the ashram's walls.
- Tour the historic ashram for a 30-minute visit, which was formerly home to members of the Beatles band who resided there for a long time in search of serenity and spirituality.
Tips for visiting
- Consider visiting the Beatles Ashram with a local, as the caretaker typically charges tourists a high fee to enter the ashram's site.
- Before entering the ashram, use a mosquito repellent spray or apply a mosquito repellent ointment to your skin.
- If you have a dust allergy, you should cover your mouth and nose before entering the ashram.
- Avoid urinating anywhere you want and instead utilize the ashram's toilets.
- If you get hungry, there is a café inside the ashram where you can get something to eat.
Best time to visit
The best time to visit the Beatles Ashram is in the spring months of March and April. You can also visit during the winter months when the city's air is slightly cooler and the weather is ideal for walking around the ashram and touring. However, avoid visiting the ashram during the summer months because the weather is extremely hot.
Nearby Atractions
- Rajaji National Park
- Ram Jhula
- Triveni Ghat
- Sivananda Ashram
- Tera Manzil Temple
Nearby market/ shopping places
- Kohli Market: This market is famous for different varieties and colors of flowers.
- Fruit Market: This market provides you with fresh fruits of different varieties.
- Gyan Chand Om Prakash: This is a grocery store for fresh groceries and vegetables.
- Jain Market: This market is an electronic store that provides you with electrical appliances.
Nearby Hotels
- Zostel Rishikesh
- Hotel Prasanna Inn
- Hotel Ayansh Residency
- Hotel Nirvana Palace
- Green Hotel
Interesting Facts About Beatles Ashram
- In 1967, Pattie Boyd, George Harison's wife, came upon a newspaper advertisement for Transcendental Meditation sessions. She instantly signed up for it and later informed Harrison about it.
- In the same year, Harrison traveled to London with the rest of the Beatles to attend a Maharishi lecture. The Beatles band chose to visit the Beatles Ashram in Rishikesh after being enthralled by Maharishi's speech.
