Ridi Bazaar is an old pilgrimage and trading town at the confluence of the Ridi Khola and the Kali Gandaki, where Gulmi, Palpa and Syangja districts meet. Its Rishikesh temple is dedicated to Vishnu, and the town hosts a large fair at Maghe Sankranti in mid-January.
Quick answer: Ridi is a few hours by road from Tansen or Pokhara. Combine it with Tansen. Visit at Maghe Sankranti for the festival, or any time for the riverside ghats.
Ridi Bazaar at a glance
| Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Gulmi–Palpa–Syangja border |
| River | Kali Gandaki |
| Temple | Rishikesh (Vishnu) |
| Festival | Maghe Sankranti fair, mid-January |
| Combine with | Tansen |
What to see
- Rishikesh temple and the riverside ghats.
- The old bazaar's Newar houses.
- Maghe Sankranti bathing and fair.
Trips and guides
Plan your visit
Ridi is a glimpse of old pilgrim Nepal. Contact us and our Kathmandu team will help you plan it.