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      • A Ganga ghat in varanasi is a series of steps leading down to the river Ganges, typically found in the holy city of Varanasi, India. Ghats are used for bathing, performing religious rituals, and as a place for pilgrims to gather. The Ganges River is considered sacred in Hinduism and the ghats are considered an important pilgrimage site for Hindus.
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  2. The patrons of current ghats are Maharajas of Benares, Marathas, Shindes (Scindias), Holkars, Bhonsles and Peshwes (Peshwas). Many ghats are associated with legends or mythologies while other ghats have private histories and users. A morning boat ride on the Ganges along the ghats is a popular visitor attraction.

    • It starts at 6:45 pm in Summer and 5:45 in Winter. The Ganga Aarti is held after sunset every evening, so the time differs according to the season. During Summer (April to June), the Aarti will start around 6:45 p.m., while it will start around 5:45 p.m.
    • There is a morning Ganga Aarti too. Although I’m sure it is less crowded, I never attended the morning Aarti myself because it is very early in the morning.
    • Assi Ghat is a great place to see the Aarti (but not during the rainy season) The best place to see the Ganga Aarti is at Assi Ghat, which is one of the most famous landmarks in India.
    • It’s good to come early if you want a good seat. You will want to come to Assi Ghat early if you want a good seat. People start gathering here as far as 90 minutes before the Aarti starts and the best seats tend to fill up pretty quickly.
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    • Assi Ghat. Address. Nagwa Rd, Assi ghat, Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221005, India. Web Visit website. You'll find Assi Ghat where the Ganges River meets the Assi River at the extreme southern end of the city.
    • Chet Singh Ghat. Address. 72V4+MRP, in front of Chet Singh fort, Ghats of Varanasi, Shivala, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India. Chet Singh Ghat has quite a bit of historical importance.
    • Darbhanga Ghat. Address. Near Ahilyabai Ghat, 8245+3VW, Bangali Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221010, India. Darbhanga Ghat is a photogenic favorite!
    • Dashashwamedh Ghat. Address. Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of Varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India. Dashashwamedh Ghat is the heart of the action and the top attraction in Varanasi.
  3. 3 days ago · Ganga Ghat. Category Religious. Ghats in Varanasi are riverfront steps leading to the banks of the River Ganges. The city has 88 ghats. Most of the ghats are bathing and puja ceremony ghats, while two ghats are used exclusively as cremation sites. Most Varanasi ghats were rebuilt after 1700 AD, when the city was part of Maratha Empire. [2] .

  4. Dashashwamedh Ghat is a main ghat in Varanasi located on the Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh. It is located close to Vishwanath Temple. There are two Hindu legends associated with the ghat: according to one, Brahma created it to welcome Shiva, and in another, Brahma performed 10 Ashwamegha Yajna, Dasa-Ashwamedha yajna.

  5. Jan 24, 2023 · Dashashwamedh Ghat is one of the most important and oldest ganga ghats in Varanasi, India, located on the western bank of the Ganges River. It is believed to be the place where Lord Brahma, the Hindu god of creation, offered ten horses in a yagna (fire sacrifice) to Lord Shiva.

  6. Ganga Ghats. A visit to Varanasi cannot be complete without a visit to the ghats running along River Ganges. The ghats have been a source of inspiration for artists, film-makers, photographers, writers and musicians for centuries.