15 km south of Ayodhya (Nandigram)05:00 AM – 08:30 PM
Located at Nandigram (~15 km from Ayodhya), Bharat Kund is where Lord Rama's devoted brother Bharat resided for 14 years during Rama's exile. Refusing to occupy the throne, Bharat placed Lord Rama's holy wooden sandals (*Charan Paduka*) on the throne and governed the kingdom as an ascetic renunciate.
The site features the Bharat Gufa (underground cave of meditation), ancient Ram-Bharat Milap temple, and a serene kund where thousands of pilgrims perform holy snan and Pitru Shraddha rites.
Visitor tips
- Hire an auto or cab from Ayodhya for a convenient 2–3 hour round trip excursion.
- Visit early in the morning to experience peaceful meditation at the Bharat Gufa.
- A revered pilgrimage spot for Pitru Tarpan and ancestral blessings during Pitru Paksha.
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Last updated: 26 October 2026. Sources: UP Tourism.