Devprayag holds special significance as the exact spot where two major Himalayan rivers merge to form the Ganges itself.
Top Attractions
- Sangam of Alaknanda and Bhagirathi: The dramatic confluence where the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi rivers merge to officially become the Ganges — one of the most significant river confluences in Hindu tradition.
- Raghunath Temple: An ancient temple in Devprayag dedicated to Lord Rama, one of the town's key pilgrimage sites.
- Devprayag Ghats: The riverside ghats at the confluence, where pilgrims bathe at the exact point the Ganges begins.
- Views Over the Confluence: The town's hillside setting offers dramatic views down onto the meeting of the two distinctly colored rivers.
Best Time to Visit
October to March for comfortable weather.
How to Reach
Devprayag is on the road route between Rishikesh and Badrinath/Kedarnath, with Rishikesh as the nearest railway station.
