Ayodhya Divine Heritage Trail: Explore the Holy City in 6 Hours!
Explore Ayodhya's spiritual gems with the new Ayodhya Divine Heritage Trail. A 6-hour guided tour covering key temples and ghats.
With the grand Deepotsav-2026 on the horizon, the Uttar Pradesh State Tourism Development Corporation (UPSTDC) has unveiled a special one-day tour package called the Ayodhya Divine Heritage Trail. Launched under the direction of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, this initiative is designed to help devotees and tourists seamlessly navigate the most sacred sites of the temple town.
A Guided Journey Through Faith
The tour is specifically curated to cover prominent temples, ghats, and religious landmarks associated with the traditional 14-kosi parikrama route. To ensure a smooth experience, the government is providing professional tour guides who will share the history and spiritual essence of each location.
Starting November 1, the trail will operate in two daily batches to accommodate different schedules:
- Morning Batch: 10 am to 4 pm
- Afternoon Batch: 1 pm to 7 pm
"The 14-kosi parikrama holds special significance in Ayodhya's religious traditions. Through the 'Ayodhya Divine Heritage Trail', the government aims to make this spiritual experience accessible to more people," stated Tourism and Culture Minister Jaiveer Singh.
The Itinerary: From Wax Museums to Sacred Ghats
The spiritual odyssey begins at the Lata Mangeshkar Chowk. From there, visitors are whisked away to a variety of mythological and religious landmarks:
Art and Antiquity
The first stop is the Ramayana Wax Museum, where life-like wax statues of Lord Shri Ram, Mata Sita, and other key figures bring the timeless epic to life for the visitors.
Sacred Waters and Temples
The trail continues through a series of highly revered sites, including:
- Surya Kund and Girija Kund
- Panchmukhi Mahadev Temple
- Guptar Ghat and Jhunkhi Ghat
- Lakshman Kila and Sheshavatar Temple
- Swarg Dwar, Ram Ki Paidi, and Nageshwarnath Temple
The Grand Finale
The six-hour journey reaches its emotional and spiritual peak with the Saryu Aarti. Tourists will witness the lighting of lamps, heartfelt prayers, and devotional songs echoing along the riverbank before being dropped back at Lata Mangeshkar Chowk.
Comfort and Accessibility
To make the pilgrimage stress-free, UPSTDC is providing air-conditioned vehicles for all transportation between sites. UPSTDC Chairman Amrit Abhijat highlighted that this package is particularly beneficial for senior citizens and persons with disabilities, who might find independent long-distance religious journeys challenging.
Important Details for Travelers:
- What's Included: AC transport and a local tour guide/coordinator.
- What's Not Included: Hotel accommodation and meals.
- How to Book: Interested tourists can book their slots via the official UPSTDC website or by contacting their dedicated helpline.
This initiative is part of a larger effort to strengthen Ayodhya's position within the Ramayana Circuit, ensuring that the city's rich cultural and spiritual heritage is accessible to everyone.