Ghat of Banaras - Dashashwamedh Ghat

Dashashwamedh Ghat, one of the oldest and most vibrant ghats of Varanasi, holds a special place in the heart of Hindu Mythology and Spirituality . Located near the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple, this ghat always alive with devotion, rituals, and the divine energy of the River Ganga.

According to ancient legends, Lord Brahma, the creator of the universe, performed ten Ashwamedh Yajnas (horse sacrifices) here to welcome Lord Shiva. The name "Dashashwamedh" itself means ' the place of ten horse sacrifices '. It is believed that these Yajnas were performed to glorify Kashi as the holiest city on the earth and to please Lord Shiva, who resides here as Vishwanath - the Lord of the universe.

Another story tells that Lord Brahma created this ghat himself to welcome Lord Shiva when he returned to earth after long meditation. Since then, the ghat has been regarded as a place to creation, Spirituality and the divine union.

Every evening, the ghat comes alive with the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti, where priests dressed in saffron perform synchronised rituals with lamps, incense and chants. The reflection of hundreds diyas (lamps) floating on the Ganga makes the scene truly magical - a moment where heaven seems to touch earth.

People from across the world visit Dashashwamedh Ghat to take a dip in the sacred waters, believing it washes away sins and brings spiritual purity. Whether it's the chanting of mantras, the ringing of bells, or the gentle flow of the River Ganga, everything here tells the eternal story of Faith, Creation, Devotion.

The Dashaswamedh ghat Aarti timing in Varanasi varies by season, starting around 7:00 PM in summer and 6:00 PM in winter. The monsoon timing is approximately 6:45 PM . The Aarti is performed every evening at sunset and lasts for about 45 minutes to an hour, so it is recommended to arrive 30-40 minutes early to get a good spot.