🧘♂️ Introduction to the Beatles Ashram
Nestled inside the Rajaji Tiger Reserve, the Beatles Ashram, also known as Chaurasi Kutia, is a hidden gem in Rishikesh. It gained global fame after the legendary band The Beatles visited this place in 1968 to learn Transcendental Meditation from Maharishi Mahesh Yogi. Today, it stands as a serene spiritual site and an open-air art gallery.
🎶 The Beatles Connection
The Fab Four – John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr – spent several weeks here. Their stay was one of the most productive periods in their musical journey, during which they composed many songs for the “White Album”. Their visit attracted global attention to Indian spirituality and yoga.
🏚️ What You’ll See
The ashram consists of 84 meditation huts, giving the place its local name Chaurasi Kutia. Visitors can explore:
- Meditation caves surrounded by dense forest
- Dilapidated lecture halls and yoga centers
- Walls adorned with Beatles-inspired graffiti
- An open-air gallery celebrating peace, music, and mindfulness
The entire space is calm, photogenic, and full of nostalgic vibes.
🌿 A Place of Peace
Unlike many crowded tourist spots, the Beatles Ashram offers a peaceful experience. Walking around the moss-covered structures, listening to birdsong, and meditating in the same places once used by The Beatles provides a surreal, spiritual feeling.
🕰️ Timing & Entry
- Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Entry Fee: ₹150 for Indian tourists | ₹600 for foreigners
- The ashram is inside Rajaji National Park, so a small forest entry fee is also applicable.
🚶♀️ How to Reach
The Beatles Ashram is about 2 km from Ram Jhula. You can walk, rent a cycle, or take an auto-rickshaw. Wear comfortable shoes and carry water, as there’s a bit of walking involved.
