Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi
| Location | Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Varanasi (Map) |
| Entry Fee & Timings | Dash Ashwamedh Ghat open 24 hours all days in week, No entry fee. |
| Place Type | Temple, Religious Place |
| Place visit with | Family, Married Couples, Friends, Parants, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | January, February, March |
About Dashashwamedh Ghat
Dashashwamedh Ghat is one of the oldest, grandest and most important Ghats of Kashi. This ghat is very close to the famous Vishwanath temple. This ghat is famous for Agni Puja, where Sandhya Aarti is organized by a group of priests who are dedicated to Lord Shiva, River Ganges, Surya, Agni as well as the entire universe. The ghats are full of colorful flower sellers, boat owners, sadhus, guides and masseurs. This ghat has been a religious place for devotees and pilgrims and tourists over the years.
Interesting facts about Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Early in the morning, you can witness many rituals and activities at the ghat.
- Pilgrims come here to perform a variety of rituals and religious activities.
- The Ganga Aarti starts soon after sunset and lasts for about 45 minutes.
- Some devotees come here every morning to pay homage to their Lord after taking a holy bath in the Ganges water.
- Historically this ghat is considered to be the most favorite and main ghat among Hindu devotees.
- During the festival, you can see a large number of Hindu devotees here.
How to reach Dashashwamedh Ghat
By Rail:- The distance between Dashashwamedh Ghat and Varanasi Cantt railway station is 6.8 km, you can take rickshaw from here to the ghat.
By Air:- The distance between Dashashwamedh Ghat and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is 24.8 km. You can easily book a cab from here to reach the ghat.
By Road:- Dashashwamedh Ghat is one of the most important Ghats of river Ganges. You can easily reach the ghat by rickshaw, auto which you will find easily here.
Nearby famous places
- Dr Rajendra Prasad Ghat 1 minute away
- Ganges River 2 minutes away
- Abhay Varanasi Cruise 2 minutes away
- Banaras Ghats 3 minutes away
- Banaras Lanes 2 minutes away
- Man Mandir Ghat 3 minutes away
- Varanasi Remembrances 5 minutes away
- Varanasi City walk 2 minutes away
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple 2 minutes away
- Shakti Classical Music Center 4 minutes away
Dashashwamedh Ghat FAQs: 𝒜. It is located at Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Varanasi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Dashashwamedh Ghat: Dash Ashwamedh Ghat open 24 hours all days in week, No entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit Dashashwamedh Ghat during January, February, March months for best experience.
𝒜. It is located at Dashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, Varanasi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Dashashwamedh Ghat: Dash Ashwamedh Ghat open 24 hours all days in week, No entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit Dashashwamedh Ghat during January, February, March months for best experience.