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A Sanctuary of Peace and Legacy
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The Rajghat Memorial, located in central New Delhi, honors Mahatma Gandhi, the "Father of the Nation."  
This serene spot, located beside the Yamuna River, represents India's struggle for independence as well as Gandhi's values of peace and nonviolence.  
​​​​​​​A visit here provides opportunities for meditation and inspiration; here's what you need to know to have a meaningful and memorable experience.

Location and How to Get There

Rajghat, located on Mahatma Gandhi Marg near the Yamuna River and southeast of the Red Fort, is easily accessible.
Visitors can reach it via Indraprastha or Delhi Gate metro stations, taxis and buses from across Delhi, or by train from nearby railway stations.
​​​​​​​It’s also walkable from central Delhi attractions like the Red Fort and Jama Masjid

History and Significance

Rajghat is the site where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated in 1948, honoring his nonviolence and truth doctrine.  
Vanu G. Bhuta designed the memorial in 1950, & it symbolizes Gandhi's simplicity.
​​​​​​​It is an important pilgrimage destination that attracts dignitaries and visitors from all over the world, representing peace and inspiring leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, and Barack Obama.

Eternal Flame of Peace

Rajghat's appeal stems from its basic elegance—a 12x12-foot black marble platform open to the sky, etched with Gandhi's final words, "Hey Ram."  
An eternal flame honors his legacy, which is surrounded by gardens filled with trees planted by global leaders.  
​​​​​​​Nearby, the National Gandhi Museum shows personal relics, increasing the site’s historical and worldwide significance.

Perfect Moments to Visit

The best time to visit Rajghat is between October and March, when the weather in Delhi is pleasant, ranging from 15° to 30° Celsius.  
Early mornings and evenings provide cooler, less crowded environments ideal for reflection and photography.  
Attend the Friday 5:30 PM prayer service, or come on October 2 or January 30 for special activities.  
Avoid the scorching summer months.

Whispers of Timeless Peace

Visiting Rajghat provides a tranquil, meditative experience amidst Delhi's hectic metropolitan life.
The tranquil gardens, perpetual flame, and humble memorial encourage humility and reflection on Gandhi's teachings on peace and nonviolence.  
​​​​​​​Daily fresh flowers and Gandhi's remarks in several languages strengthen the emotional bond, making it a remarkable monument to his humane legacy.

Whispers of Timeless Peace

Visiting Rajghat provides a tranquil, meditative experience amidst Delhi's hectic metropolitan life.
The tranquil gardens, perpetual flame, and humble memorial encourage humility and reflection on Gandhi's teachings on peace and nonviolence.  
​​​​​​​Daily fresh flowers and Gandhi's remarks in several languages strengthen the emotional bond, making it a remarkable monument to his humane legacy.

Whispers of Timeless Peace

Visiting Rajghat provides a tranquil, meditative experience amidst Delhi's hectic metropolitan life.
The tranquil gardens, perpetual flame, and humble memorial encourage humility and reflection on Gandhi's teachings on peace and nonviolence.  
​​​​​​​Daily fresh flowers and Gandhi's remarks in several languages strengthen the emotional bond, making it a remarkable monument to his humane legacy.

Perfect Moments to Visit

The best time to visit Rajghat is between October and March, when the weather in Delhi is pleasant, ranging from 15° to 30° Celsius.  
Early mornings and evenings provide cooler, less crowded environments ideal for reflection and photography.  
Attend the Friday 5:30 PM prayer service, or come on October 2 or January 30 for special activities.  
Avoid the scorching summer months.

Whispers of Timeless Peace

Visiting Rajghat provides a tranquil, meditative experience amidst Delhi's hectic metropolitan life.
The tranquil gardens, perpetual flame, and humble memorial encourage humility and reflection on Gandhi's teachings on peace and nonviolence.  
​​​​​​​Daily fresh flowers and Gandhi's remarks in several languages strengthen the emotional bond, making it a remarkable monument to his humane legacy.