7 spiritual ghats in Varanasi you must visit in Maha Shivaratri 2025
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7 spiritual ghats in Varanasi you must visit in Maha Shivaratri 2025

India Today  

Varanasi, the spiritual capital that holds a major momentouseness in the Hindu religion, is not only a place to be considered holy but a destination where every follower of Hindu customs must want to visit once in a lifetime. DASHASHWAMDH GHAT Image: PTI This scenic ghat is believed to have been created by Lord Brahma who performed ten horse sacrifices here, giving it its name. PANCHAGANGA GHAT: THE MEETING OF FIVE RIVERS Image: PTI This ghat is said to be the confluence of five sacred rivers, including Ganga, Yamuna, Saraswati, Kirana, and Dhutappa, which makes it the holiest and highly spiritual. KEDAR GHAT: THE ADOBE OF LORD SHIVA Image: PTI The picturesque ghat is dedicated to Lord Shiva in his Kedarnath form and is revered for its ancient Kedareshwar temple. ASSI GHAT: WHERE SHIVA'S SWORD FELL Image: PTI The ghat has its connection with no other than Lord Shiva himself, where the Assi and Ganga rivers meet.

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Hindustan Times  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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India TV News  

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When waters, people returned to city ghats
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When waters, people returned to city ghats

Hindustan Times  

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