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Uttar Pradesh · Eastern UP · 93m
नवनिर्मित राम मंदिर — 500 साल पुराने विवाद से भारत का सबसे बड़ा तीर्थ धाम बना।
Why Special
राम मंदिर (जनवरी 2024 में उद्घाटन) भारत का सबसे ज़्यादा देखा जाने वाला नया मंदिर है। सरयू नदी के घाट सूर्यास्त के समय बहुत शांत हैं। शहर में भारी निर्माण कार्य चल रहा है — अफरातफरी की उम्मीद रखें, लेकिन साथ ही एक शहर के नए सिरे से बनने की ऊर्जा भी महसूस करें।
Festivals & Events
Deepotsav
NovNovember (eve of Diwali)
Millions of diyas lit along Saryu river. Ram Leela performances. India's biggest Diwali event.
Ram's homecoming — Ayodhya lit up like never before.
Infrastructure Reality
Network Coverage
Full 4G. Major city with upgraded infra.
WiFi: Hotels
Medical & Emergency
Hospital: District Hospital Faizabad. New hospitals being built.
Ambulance: 108 (reliable)
Police: Multiple
Getting There
Lucknow→Ayodhya: 135km 2.5hrs.
Roads: Purvanchal Expressway excellent. City roads improving.
Public transport: Ayodhya Junction (Faizabad) railway station. New airport operational. Buses from Lucknow.
Fuel & Stay
Fuel: Multiple in city
Stay: ₹300-5000/night
200+ options (hotel, dharamshala, guesthouse)
Emergency: Always available.
Helpline: UP Tourism: 0522-2308916
The stay decisions worth flagging in Ayodhya.
Ayodhya has no operational Taj, Oberoi, or IHCL property as of April 2026—the upgrade ceiling here is Park Inn by Radisson at ₹6–12k, not a five-star chain. The ₹6–10k gap between Hotel Saryu Yatri Niwas (₹2.5–4.5k) and Park Inn by Radisson (₹6–12k) buys you a rooftop pool, soundproofed rooms, and a breakfast that 2026 reviewers consistently rate as the best in Ayodhya—but puts you 9.5 km from Ram Mandir, which means a rickshaw or cab for every temple visit. If the temple complex is your primary reason for being here, that distance costs you more in time and logistics than the room rate saves you in comfort. Spend the premium only if you're here for more than two nights or travelling with someone who needs reliable AC, lift access, and a quieter sleep environment. For single-night pilgrimage visits, the location pick near the main gate is the better calculation regardless of star rating.
Ramada by Wyndham Ayodhya
Four-star property with direct sightlines to Ram Mandir and the only hotel in Ayodhya with consistent 4.5+ ratings for service and cleanliness.
Vishram Homestay
Owner-run guesthouse 400m from Ram Mandir with home-cooked meals, local guides, and honest feedback on TripAdvisor without resort markup.
Hotel Yatri Niwas
Located directly opposite the Ram Mandir main gate, walkable to Saryu Aarti and the temple complex without rickshaw rides.
Saryu Riverside Camp
Seasonal tent-stay on the Saryu riverbank with evening aarti views and bonfire dinners—the only glamping option in Ayodhya proper.
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Neighborhood guide
Where to base yourself, by vibe.
Daily Budget Reality
Budget
₹650Mid-range
₹2,500Luxury
₹7,300💡 Dharamshala stays from ₹200; new Ram Mandir area developing rapidly with more hotels coming
Crowd Intelligence
⚠ Avoid weekends — crowded with day-trippers
Best days: Tue-Thu
Ram Navami, Diwali, and Parikrama dates bring millions. New temple has increased year-round footfall significantly.
Food & Dining
Cuisine: North Indian, street food
Purely vegetarian town. Good street chaat. Try peda sweets.
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सांस्कृतिक संदर्भ
Ayodhya is one of Hinduism's holiest cities — believed birthplace of Lord Ram. The Ram Mandir (consecrated January 2024) is the centerpiece. The city is undergoing massive infrastructure development. Deeply religious atmosphere — expect chanting, bells, and processions. Sensitive religious site — be culturally aware.
क्या पहनें
Conservative dress required. Cover shoulders and knees. Remove shoes at all temples. No leather items in temple areas. Women should carry a scarf/dupatta for head covering.
खाद्य सुरक्षा
Strictly vegetarian city — no meat, fish, eggs, or alcohol available. Temple prasad is safe to eat. Street food along Saryu ghat is busy and generally decent. Bottled water essential.
सामान्य धोखाधड़ी से सावधान
- Fake priests (pandas) at ghats claiming to be your family's hereditary priest and demanding large donations
- Flower/puja material sellers who aggressively drape malas and demand ₹500+
- Auto-rickshaw drivers inflating prices during peak pilgrimage season
- Unauthorized guides at Ram Mandir
कार्ड और नकद
UPI widely accepted. Cards at hotels and some larger shops. Cash needed for temple donations, local transport, and street food.
अंग्रेज़ी बोली जाती है
Low. Hindi is dominant. Very few English speakers outside hotels. Hindi phrasebook or translation app essential.
फ़ोन और SIM
Jio and Airtel 4G work well. All carriers functional.
निकटतम दूतावास
Delhi — approximately 550 km (domestic flight from Ayodhya airport, or 8-hour drive). Lucknow is 130 km.
Standard Indian e-Visa. No special permits required.
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