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VARANASI
GHATS TOUR
Varanasi Ganga Ghats
Are you in search of a living lesson on Hinduism? If so,
your search undoubtedly ends as soon as you reach
Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Once struck by
this beautiful dale, can't escape the magnetic charm of
the Ghats of Varanasi. Ganga Ghats at Varanasi are
holding a reputed holy status to the Hindus. Some of the
ghats of this 3000 years old living city dates back to
pre-historic times. From birth to death, these ghats
have seen all the related ceremonies. You will find
specialized 'Pandits' to perform all the rituals here.
Seeing all the traditional rituals, which are performing
here, are a lifetime experience.
Main Ghats
For those who live alongside the Ghat, their lives
revolve around the Varanasi Ganga Ghats. Some of the
most important Ghats include:
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Dashashwamedh Ghat is the most visited ghat of Varanasi
by religious pilgrims. It is also the most beautiful
ghat in city and close to the famous 'Vishwanath
Temple'. This Ghat is well revered for its high
religious importance. The very sight of Evening Aarti or
fire puja performed by the group of priests on this
Varanasi Ghat will make you mesmerized.
Assi Ghat
The most favored Varanasi Ghat of tourists, Assi Ghat is
a regular venue for the local festivals, games and other
activities. The place is favorite destination of the
foreign day-trippers. You can hire a boat from this ghat
and visit Dashaswamedh Ghat. A boat ride takes 1 hour
for a complete trip. For the budding painters and
photographers this Ghat of Varanasi is a much adored
place.
Manikarnika Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat is a pre historic ghat. Here the dead
bodies of Hindus are burnt. According to the age old
myth, it is said that if a person dies in Varanasi,
he/she will get salvation. According to the mythological
legends King Harishchandra worked here as a pyre-man.
Lalita Ghat
Situated next to the Manikarnika Ghat, Lalita Ghat is
one of the most favorite destinations for the tourists.
This ghat is known for the Ganga Keshava Temple, which
is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Another famous Nepalese
temple dedicated to Pashupateshwar or Lord Shiva also
located here. The temple is built in wood in the typical
Nepalese style,
Harishchandra Ghat
The Harishchandra ghat is known as the same ghat, where
the owner of Manikarnika bought King Harishchandra as a
slave. The ghat is yet another funeral place for Hindus.
Tulsi Ghat
According to the myth, Tulsi Das wrote the famous epic 'Ramacharitmanas'
in this ghat.
Other important ghats are Kedar Ghat, Pande Ghat,
Shivala Ghat and Chausathi Ghat.
The Surroundings
Ganga Ghats at Varanasi are fused in the daily routines
of the locals. Life gets started at 3 a.m. in Varanasi
Ganga Ghats and continues keep rolling till 8 in
evening. Explore the Varanasi ghats by your own. Find
some of the very good hotels, restaurants, cafes, book
shops, music shops flanking these Ghats. Buy some
souvenirs from the small stalls, selling religiously
important things, like chains, stones, idols and
religious books.
Activities to do at Varanasi
Ghats
A morning one hour boat ride across the river Ganga, is
worth doing. Walk along the Ganges Ghats at Varanasi and
behold several Hindu devotees taking a holy bath in the
river and offering water to God Surya (Sun). See a
cremation here on the Manikarnika Ghat. While you are in
Varanasi, you get extraordinary opportunities for
shopping. Engage yourself in a extensive shopping
extravaganza. Venture the major shopping areas in
Varanasi, which include Vishwanath Gali, Godoulia,
Gyanvapi, The Chowk and Thatheri Baazar. Apart from the
famous silk sarees, gorgeous glass bangles, brass and
copper items, and unique gift products are very famous
here. Evening, enjoy a rickshaw ride through out the
city.
Excursions from Varanasi Ghats
You can find a number of historical and religious
tourist destinations around Varanasi Ghat. Sarnath is
about 10 km from Varanasi and is famous for its
association with Lord Buddha. 40 km from Varanasi,
Chunar Fort, is a place worth visiting. Other Major
important close tourist designations are Jaunpur,
Kaushambi, Kushinagar and Vindhaychal.
Hotel-related information
(Ganges facing)
As the prime tourist destination, Varanasi has a
plethora of options for accommodation. There are a huge
numbers of ghats are flanked by the good hotel chains.
You will get a very good living at a reasonable price.
Budget Hotel
Sita Guest House
Shanti Guesthouse
Sahi Riverview Guest House
Vishnu Rest House
Hotel River View
Maruti Guest House
Ganga Fuji Home
Mid Range Hotel
Hotel Malti
Kautilya Society residence
Luxury Hotel
Hotel Taj Ganges
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