What is the significance of Vashishtha Kund?

Vashishtha Kund is significant as the place where Sage Vashishtha taught the four princes of Ayodhya and where the river Saryu is believed to have originated.

Is there an entry fee for Vashishtha Kund?

There is no entry fee for visiting Vashishtha Kund.

Vashishtha Kund

Uttar Pradesh

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2 km from railway station on Ram Janam Bhumi Marg, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India

Vashishtha Kund is a sacred site in Ayodhya, associated with Sage Vashishtha, the guru of the Solar Dynasty. It is a temple with a small round kund (pond) that signifies the place where the four princes of Ayodhya, including Lord Rama, came to study under Sage Vashishtha. The site is also known for its historical and mythological significance, including the legend that Sage Vashishtha performed a prayer to bring the river Saryu to Ayodhya.

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Open & Close Time

07:00 - 12:00, 15:00 - 20:00

Type of Sthal

Kund

Parking

Available

Best time to visit

The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October to March when the weather is pleasant.

Special Note:

Bathing in the kund is believed to grant spiritual benefits.
The site is particularly crowded during Hindu festivals and special occasions.

Destinations near Vashishtha Kund

Famous religious places close to Vashishtha Kund

Ayodhya

How to Reach Vashishtha Kund

Transportation

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Reach by Air

The nearest airports are Faizabad Airport (5 km) and Amausi Airport (Lucknow - 134 km).

Reach by Train

Ayodhya is connected by broad gauge Northern Railway line on the Muhal Sarai – Lucknow main route.

Reach by Road

Auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available for local travel.

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Accessibility Information

Vashishtha Kund is accessible by road and is located near the railway station in Ayodhya. Local transport options such as auto-rickshaws and cycle-rickshaws are available for easy travel.

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