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Janaki Setu

Coordinates: 30°06′59″N 78°18′32″E / 30.11642°N 78.30895°E / 30.11642; 78.30895
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Hanuman ji's painting seen at janaki setu while exiting toward parmarth niketan area

Janaki Setu[1][2] also known as janaki jhula is a suspension bridge[3] located in Muni Ki Reti,[4] Uttarakhand, India, spanning the Ganges River.[5] It is the third suspension bridge after Ram jhula and Lakshman jhula gracefully spanning the Ganges River. Janaki Setu is the first three lane bridge in Rishikesh side lanes for two wheelers and center lane for pedestrians.

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The bridge connects the Parmarth Niketan area with Kailash Ashram, and is an important route for pilgrims[6] heading to the Neelkanth Mahadev Temple.[citation needed] Named after Goddess Sita (Janaki), the bridge holds spiritual significance, as it is believed to be the spot where she crossed the river during her journey with Lord Rama. The bridge offers stunning views of the river and surrounding hills, making it a popular tourist attraction. It is an integral part of Rishikesh’s religious and scenic landscape, alongside other famous landmarks like Ram Jhula.[citation needed]

References

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  1. ^ "Janaki Setu: ऋषिकेश में जनता के लिए खुला जानकी सेतु, इन 2 जिलों को जोड़ेगा". www.timesnowhindi.com. 20 November 2020.
  2. ^ Bharat, E. T. V. (20 November 2020). "14 वर्ष बाद जानकी सेतु का सपना हुआ साकार, CM आज करेंगे लोकार्पण". ETV Bharat News.
  3. ^ "Rishikesh: Janki bridge to open to public on Nov 10". Deccan Herald. PTI. 7 November 2020. Retrieved 19 April 2025.
  4. ^ "CM inaugurates three-lane pedestrian bridge on river Ganga in Tehri Garhwal". ANI News.
  5. ^ Service, Statesman News (20 November 2020). "Rishikesh gets new suspension bridge, all set to become selfie hotspot". The Statesman.
  6. ^ "ऋषिकेश का जानकी सेतु बना आकर्षण का केंद्र, पर्यटकों का लगा रहता है तांता, तस्वीरों के लिए लगी होड़". News18 हिंदी. 10 June 2023.

30°06′59″N 78°18′32″E / 30.11642°N 78.30895°E / 30.11642; 78.30895