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Things to do in Ayodhya

Uttar Pradesh, India

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Start with Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir darshan, Visit Hanuman Garhi and Kanak Bhawan, Evening at Ram Ki Paidi and Saryu Aarti, Old-city temple circuit including Nageshwarnath and Treta Ke Thakur area, Ram Ki Paidi, Guptar Ghat, Mani Parvat. Then use the full Ayodhya guide to compare travel tips, reach details, and nearby stays.

Explore things to do in Ayodhya in Uttar Pradesh, India, including listed activities, hidden gems, photo spots, and practical trip notes.

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01

Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Mandir darshan

1-4 hours plus queue time | Easy | Darshan is free; follow official security and queue rules

02

Visit Hanuman Garhi and Kanak Bhawan

2-4 hours | Easy | Temple entry is generally free; offerings optional

03

Evening at Ram Ki Paidi and Saryu Aarti

1-2 hours | Easy | Public ghat access is generally free

04

Old-city temple circuit including Nageshwarnath and Treta Ke Thakur area

3-5 hours | Easy | Local transport and guide charges vary

05

Ram Ki Paidi

A developed ghat area on the Saryu used for evening walks and aarti. | Central Ayodhya

06

Guptar Ghat

A quieter Saryu riverfront area associated with local sacred traditions. | 10 km

07

Mani Parvat

A small hillock and religious site with views over parts of Ayodhya. | 3 km

08

Suraj Kund

A restored sacred tank and local heritage stop. | 4 km

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Good first tap

Visit Ayodhya for Ram Mandir darshan, Saryu aarti, temple walks and one of North India's most important living pilgrimage circuits.

Travel tip

Book rooms early for Ram Navami, Deepotsav, weekends and school holidays.

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