Ghat

Ganga Aarti — Dashashwamedh Ghat

Ganga, VaranasiMajor historic ghat

The city's most famous ceremonial ghat, where the evening Ganga Aarti creates one of Varanasi's most unforgettable experiences.

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Timings

~6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (just after sunset, season-dependent)

Weekly closed: Open all days

Online Booking

No ticket needed for general viewing

Restrictions

Very crowded — watch personal belongings; no restrictions on photography from the ghat

Washrooms

Available near ghats (basic, sometimes limited)

Free to view; boat viewing charged separately

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