Visiting the Banaras Ghats in Varanasi was an unforgettable experience. The ghats are the lifeblood of the city, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into India’s rich cultural and spiritual traditions. Watching the evening Aarti ceremony was particularly moving, with the vibrant rituals and chants. It’s a must visit if you are in Banaras. But just be cautious while negotiating with the boat drivers, for a personal boat they will charge you a lot.

One of the most famous Ghats, named after old name of the city Banaras. It is an incredible experience to visit the ghat. Having a boating experience here is incredible. Each ghat has its own characteristic building built by the various kings of the time.

I have been to Varanasi twice, it is a city that cannot leave you indifferent, you either love it or hate it. I deeply love this place, full of spirituality and full of the strangest people. Its Ghats, the famous stairways are trodden every day by a multitude of people who go to pray and immerse themselves in the waters of the Ganges. My favorites are certainly the most famous Marnikarnika, Dashashwamedh and Assi ghat, but this year Namo ghat was also added, much more modern than the others, with very suggestive installations of intertwined hands. However, in my opinion you cannot say you have seen India if you have not been to Varanasi at least once.

I enjoyed watching the different architecture styles of the various ghats as our boat passed by them. I like the temple-like buildingsof this ghat. It seemed that there were people visiting it per my observation from the boat. I think boating is the best way to visit the 84 ghats located along the Ganges River. One can tell the boatman to park near the desired ghat and visit it. Walking up and down the many steps is avoided.