Prayag Ghat

Vikas Kumar 21 months ago

A beautiful view of Ganga river.

"Prayag Ghat" which is just south of and next to "Dasaswamedh Ghat", considered the most important section of the ghats in Varanasi. This means that Prayag Ghat is usually crowded with the overflow of people especially during daily early morning and evening pujas.

The ghat was built by Balaji Bajirao in 1778 and replicates the Prayag holy city in Allahabad. There is a yellow-brown colored Hindu shrine at the ghat. Holy men who sit in front of the shrine under rattan umbrellas provide fortune-telling services to the pilgrims.

Many devotees will bathe in the Ganga from here. This is the best place to see the Ganga night Arti.

This ghat is very much old ghat in varanasi, uttarpradesh, it is connected with all the ghats, in varanasi uttarpradesh, lots of temples are on this ghat.. In the evening people come for ganga maa aarti, Lots of people come from abroad here for ganga maa aarti.. I had visit here with my family for ganga aarti.. Lots of boat service are here for public.

Sandeep Biswas 11 months ago

Prayag Ghat, located in Varanasi, holds historical and religious significance for visitors. It beautifully replicates the essence of Prayaga, also known as Allahabad, which is renowned as the "Tirtharaja" due to its position at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and invisible Sarasvati rivers. The rituals and sacred baths performed at Prayag Ghat are believed to bestow the same spiritual benefits as those at Prayaga itself.

Although the name "Prayag Ghat" is prominently displayed on the temple situated between the two branches of Dasasvamedha, it is not commonly used by the locals. In fact, the temple itself is defunct and serves only as a storage place for boatmen's equipment. However, despite the temple's condition, the ghat remains a significant spot for devotees and visitors alike.

The reconstruction of the temple and the ghat was undertaken by the queen of the Digpatia kingdom. During the entire month of Magha, devotees flock to Prayag Ghat to take ritual baths. Being situated just south of and adjacent to Dasaswamedh Ghat, which is considered the most important section of ghats in Varanasi, Prayag Ghat witnesses a constant overflow of people, especially during the daily early morning and evening pujas.

The bustling atmosphere of Prayag Ghat adds to its charm and vibrancy. Pilgrims and tourists can immerse themselves in the sacred aura while witnessing the rituals and ceremonies performed by priests and devotees. The ghat provides a unique opportunity to experience the religious fervor and cultural heritage of Varanasi. It is a place where one can feel a deep connection with spirituality and appreciate the cultural tapestry of India.

jatin malik 15 months ago

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A must visit place in varanasi. Can be accessed through kashi vishwanath mandir now after the renovation. Must see the evening aarti around 7pm. The view of ganga river is peaceful and ecstatic. Do spend some time by sitting near the ghats. One can also go for boat riding (negotiate with the boatman).