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Treta ke Thakur

A Ram temple near Naya Ghat on the site of Lord Ram's Ashwamedha Yagna, opened to devotees only one day a year.

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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information

TimingsOpen to the public only on Kartik Shukla Ekadashi (October–November)
Entry feeFree
Time needed30 minutes on the opening day
Best time to visitKartik Shukla Ekadashi, the only day it opens
From city centreNear Naya Ghat on the Saryu
Dress codeModest clothing
LocationAyodhya, Uttar Pradesh
Highlights

Why Visit Treta ke Thakur?

  1. Opens once a year

    Darshan only on Kartik Shukla Ekadashi.

  2. Ashwamedha Yagna

    Believed to mark the site of Lord Ram's great sacrifice.

  3. Ahilyabai Holkar

    Renovated by the Maratha queen in 1784.

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About Treta ke Thakur

Treta ke Thakur is believed to stand where Lord Ram performed the Ashwamedha Yagna. The temple houses idols of Lord Ram, Sita and other figures from the Ramayana, traditionally said to be carved from black stone.

It is said to have been built by a king of Kullu and was renovated in 1784 under the Maratha queen Ahilyabai Holkar.

What makes it special is that it opens to the public only once a year, on Kartik Shukla Ekadashi (October or November), when devotees can have darshan throughout the day.

Getting there

How to Reach Treta ke Thakur

The temple is near Naya Ghat on the Saryu, a short walk from Ram ki Paidi. On the opening day expect large crowds and road closures around the ghats.

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