Sapt Rishi Ashram ( the Seven Sages) derived its name from the Hindu mythology as per which seven great sages Vashishth, Kashyap, Atri, Vishwamitra, Gautam, Bharadwaja, and Jamadagni met in this place to meditate. Located on the bank of the river Ganges, the place is also the point from which the river Ganges splits into seven different streams, known as a sap to serovars.

There are 5 statues on the banks of the river for the Pandavas. The place is an abode for Hindu saints and sages who reside, mediate and also research worldly and divine dynamics and practice religious rituals. Apart from being one of the Tourist places in Haridwar, the ashram also is a place for students who reside and learn from the saints.

Location – Bhupatwala, Haridwar

Timing – Daily 6 AM to 7 PM

Best Time to Visit – Except January and July

Tourists, who are looking for a peaceful abode for meditation and yoga, head to Saptrishi Ashram. The Ashram, established in 1943 by Guru Goswami Dutt, provides lodging, meals and free education for poor kids. Sapt Rishi Ashram, as its name would suggest, was the place where seven sages, namely Kashyapa, Vashisht, Atri, Vishwamitra, Jamadagi, Bharadwaja and Gautam, meditated. As per the mythological records, when all the Sapta Rishis (seven sages) were doing meditation, they get disturbed by the gushing sound of river Ganges. Annoyed and irritated due to sound, all seven of them trapped in the flow of the river. Later, Ganges River splits into seven water streams so there is less noise. Those seven river streams are now known as Sapt Sarovar, and the point where the seven sages meditated is called as Saptrishi Ashram.

Sapta Rishi Ashram is a retreat for the yoga lovers too. Even at present time, Sapta Rishi Ashram attracts many sages, saints and rishis from different parts of the world. People from all walks of life visit the Sapta Rishi Ashram to seek spiritual solace and can be a life-changing experience for everyone. Five kilometres away from Haridwar, Saptrishi Ashram can be reached by bus or taxi from the Haridwar bus stand. Embark on a journey to spiritual awakening by visiting the Sapta Rishi Ashram.