About Lakshman Jhula (Suspension Bridge): Lakshman Jhula is a Suspension Bridge which was crossed the River Ganga in Rishikesh. It was built in 11 April 1930 by British Government now it is closed on 20 July 2019 to walking to general public because it completed approximately 90 years. Now Uttarakhand state government is constructing new similar bridge near of the old bridge which will open to general public soon.
About Ram Jhula Rishikesh (Suspension Bridge): Ram Jhula is also a Suspension Bridge similar as Lakshman Jhula which is crossed the River Ganga in Rishikesh. It is just 2.8 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula. It was built in 1986 and bigger than Lakshman Jhula which can use genera public to cross the River Ganga by two wheeler, car and pedestrian.
How can Reach Lakshman Jhula & Ram Jhula: Lakshman Jhula & Ram Jhula are located in Rishikesh which is well connected with all over Indian cities by road, train and air flights transports services.
By Flight: Nearest airport is "Dehradun Airport (Jolly Grant Airport)" which is just 23.2 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula (Rishikesh).
By Train: Nearest train station is "Haridwar Railway Station" which is just 29.3 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula. "Dehradun Railway Station" is 48.0 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula.
By Road: National Highway 34 and National Highway 7 connects Rishikesh to other parts of the India
Lakshman Jhula Open to Public: 11 April 1930
Lakshman Jhula Closed to Public: 20 July 2019
Lakshman Jhula Location: Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
Ram Jhula Open to Public: 1986
Ram Jhula Location: Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.
Tourist Attractions: Lakshman Jhula (Suspension Bridge), Ram Jhula (Suspension Bridge).
Things to Do: Walking on Lakshman Jhula, Walking on Ram Jhula, Bathing in The River Ganga, Yoga Performance, Enjoy River Rafting.
Best Time to Visit:
Summer Season in Rishikesh : March to May
Winter Season in Rishikesh : October to February
Monsoon Season in Rishikesh : June to September
Rishikesh Weather Temperature:
Months Temp. | Jan | Feb | March | April | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Average Low (℃) | 5 | 8 | 14 | 18 | 23 | 25 | 25 | 24 | 23 | 15 | 9 | 6 |
Average High (℃) | 17 | 22 | 29 | 35 | 39 | 38 | 33 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 25 | 20 |
Nearest Accommodations:
Luxury Hotels: Lemon Tree Premier, Aloha On The Ganges, The Bungalows River Front Rishikesh, Aloha Apartment On The Ganga, Rishikesh, Luxury Aloha Apartments, X Hotel by bloom, Regenta Inn On The Ganges Rishikesh, Amayaah Spa Resorts, Dewa Retreat, Divine Resort, Hotel Ganesha Inn, Anandam Resort, Swiss Cottage Rishikesh, Sanskriti Vedic Retreat, Sanidhya Inn, Hotel The Great Ganga, Vasundhara Palace, Palm Bliss Resorts, Hotel Paradise Ganga, The Roseate Ganges Rishikesh, The Glasshouse on the Ganges, Namami Ganges Resort, Panchvati Cottage, Rainforest House, Amaris Hotel, Hotel Neeraj Bhavan, Hotel EllBee Ganga View, Hotel Surya .
Affordable Hotels: Rishikesh valley Resort, Hipostel Rishikesh, Osho Vision Rishikesh, Moustache Hostel Rishikesh, Zostel, Hotel Ishan, Skyard Rishikesh, Sonu Guest House, Shiv Shakti Hostel, Hotel Orange Classic, Bunk Stay Rishikesh, Hotel Trihari, Bharat Bhoomi Tourist complex, The Forest View Hotel, Hotel Rishabh, Soank Paradise The Boutique Hotel, Janki Devi Somany Bhawan Guest House, Hotel Ganga Forest View, Sushma's homestay, Baseraa The Hotel Rishikesh, Ganga Resort, Tourist Guest House.
Nearest Major Airport: "Dehradun Airport (Jolly Grant Airport)" which is just 23.2 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula (Rishikesh).
Nearest Railway Station: "Haridwar Railway Station" which is just 29.3 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula. "Dehradun Railway Station" is 48.0 KM distance from Lakshman Jhula.
Bus Services: Bus services are available from Haridwar and Dehradun to Lakshman Jhula (Rishikesh).
Taxi Services: Car Taxi services are available from Haridwar and Dehradun to Lakshman Jhula (Rishikesh).
Distances from Lakshman Jhula (Rishikesh) :
Ram Jhula: 2.8 KM
Haridwar : 28.3 KM
Haridwar Railway Station : 29.3 KM
Dehradun : 48.9 KM
Dehradun Railway Station : 48.0 KM
Dehradun Airport : 23.2 KM
Roorkee : 59.6 KM
Mussoorie : 80.7 KM
Delhi : 247.9 KM