Ram Katha Park is a landscaped open space near the Saryu with lawns and a large open-air amphitheatre. It was created as a venue for telling the story of Ram — through Ramlila, devotional music, dance and discourse.
During Deepotsav it hosts the main stage events, including the ceremonial welcome of actors portraying Ram, Sita and Lakshman. On ordinary days it is simply a green, quiet place to sit near the river.
Top things to do at Ram Katha Park
Catch a performance
Ramlila troupes, bhajan evenings and cultural programmes are held here at festival times. There is no fixed year-round schedule; ask at your hotel or the tourist office.
Rest on the lawns
After a day on stone floors and in queues, the park is a welcome place for children and elders to sit before the evening aarti.
How to get to Ram Katha Park
- From the Ram Mandir area: about 2 km by e-rickshaw towards Naya Ghat.
- On foot: a short walk from Ram ki Paidi and the aarti ghat.
Insider tips
- Evenings are the pleasantest time, especially from October to March.
- A small entry fee may be charged and opening hours vary — check at the gate.
- During Deepotsav entry to the main programme is often by invitation or pass only.
Tours that include Ram Katha Park
These guided trips cover Ram Katha Park or combine easily with a visit:
Multi-day tour from US$222 3-Day Ayodhya Spiritual Journey with Temples & Saryu Aarti
Three unhurried days in Ayodhya, taking in its ancient temples, its ghats and the evening aarti on the Saryu river.
- Ancient temples of Ayodhya
- Peaceful ghats
- Evening aarti on the Saryu
Private day trip from US$114 From Lucknow: Ayodhya Private Tour with Lunch and Boat Ride
A private tour from Lucknow to the birthplace of Lord Ram, with a boat ride on the Saryu river and a vegetarian lunch included.
- Shri Ram Janmabhoomi
- Boat ride on the Saryu
- Vegetarian lunch
