The short answer
Ridi is a small pilgrim town in Gulmi where the Ridi Khola meets the Kali Gandaki. Hindus know it as Ruru Kshetra, and it is the third dham on the Nepal circuit, with a temple of Rishikesh Narayan.
Key facts
- Where
- Gulmi district
- River
- Kali Gandaki confluence
- Temple
- Rishikesh Narayan
- Time
- Half a day
How it works
- Plan the baseTansen or Butwal are the usual bases.
- Reach by roadA road runs from Tansen via the Kali Gandaki valley to Ridi; allow a few hours.
- Visit the templeHindu pilgrims bathe at the confluence and then visit the temple.
- Respect local rulesDress modestly and remove shoes where required.
- Continue your routeReturn to Tansen or head on to Pokhara.
Insider tip
Ridi links easily with Tansen and Palpa on the way between Lumbini and Pokhara.
Avoid this
Do not go at midday in summer; the valley is hot.
Related questions
Is Ridi crowded?
Not usually, except on major festival days.
Can non-Hindus visit?
Entry rules at some temples differ. Ask locally.
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