Manikarnika Ghat

A most sincere and heartfelt welcome to Manikarnika Ghat, situated along the sacred left bank of the holy River Ganges. The site where you are currently standing represents the very focal center and spiritual heart of Varanasi,…

Please step closer toward the ancient sacred water tank situated adjacent to the main riverfront stairs, known as the Manikarnika Chakra Pushkarini Kund. Also revered by devotees as Adi Manikarnika Tirth, this sacred reservoir is…

Please direct your attention toward the elevated stone circular platform positioned in close proximity to the Chakra Pushkarini Kund. Resting upon this revered pedestal is the Vishnu Paduka, housing the sacred footprints of Lord…

Please position yourself respectfully at a discreet and observant distance overlooking the open-air burning terraces of the cremation ground. You are now witnessing the spiritual nucleus of Manikarnika Ghat, the legendary Maha…

Please step toward the upper terrace of the ghat to examine the magnificent eighteenth century stone shrine known as Tarakeshwar Mahadev Temple. This architectural sanctuary stands as one of the most brilliant symbols of Maratha…

Please walk toward the lower steps near the water edge to observe the extraordinary leaning sanctuary known as the Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple. Widely recognized as the Submerged Temple of Varanasi, this architectural marvel…

Please pause along the spacious upper stone landings of Manikarnika Ghat to absorb the sweeping vistas of the riverfront steps stretching before you. The monumental stone stairways upon which you walk are not uniform modern…

As our audio guide tour comes to a peaceful close, take a final moment to stand quietly along the upper stone landing and gaze out over the timeless vista of Manikarnika Ghat. Look upon the gentle current of Mother Ganges flowing…