Rishikesh stands the serene 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 offers a glimpse of heaven. Owing to its name, Gita Bhawan is painted around with shlokas of the revered Hindu scripture, Bhagwad Gita, offering 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 temple within the Bhawan contributes to this religious and historical awakening. Adorned with beautiful idols of goddess Laxmi and Lord Narayan, the temple 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 spiritual connection, inviting you to reflect and find your own path to enlightenment.