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October to April: Pleasant temperatures, ideal for outdoor activities . March to April: Spring season with blooming flora; however, it can be busy due to the International Yoga Festival in March . Late September to Early November: Comfortable climate post-monsoon, making it suitable for sightseeing .
From Ram Jhula: Approximately 1 km walk through Swargashram, passing Parmarth Niketan Ashram, and crossing a small stream to reach the ashram gate . From Rishikesh Railway Station: Approximately 13 km; local taxis and auto-rickshaws are readily available . From Jolly Grant Airport (Dehradun): Approximately 30 km; taxis can be hired from the airport to the ashram . By Foot: Accessible via a pleasant walk from Ram Jhula along the Ganges River.
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The Beatles Ashram, officially known as Chaurasi Kutia, is a historic spiritual retreat nestled in the serene forests of Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, India. Perched on a cliff overlooking the Ganges River, this 14-acre ashram gained international fame when the English rock band, The Beatles, visited in 1968 to study Transcendental Meditation under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.
Hidden amidst the Rajaji Tiger Reserve on the eastern banks of the Ganga in Rishikesh lies a legendary site — The Beatles Ashram, officially known as Chaurasi Kutia. This serene meditation retreat once echoed with the presence of Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s disciples and gained global fame when the world-renowned English rock band The Beatles visited in 1968 to learn Transcendental Meditation.
The Beatles Ashram, originally known as Chaurasi Kutia, was established in the early 1960s by Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the pioneer of Transcendental Meditation (TM). The ashram gained international fame in 1968 when The Beatles visited Rishikesh to immerse themselves in spiritual practice under the Maharishi's guidance. Their visit marked a turning point in pop culture and spiritual history — blending Western music with Eastern philosophy.