Varanasi Ghats
The world's oldest living city — where life, death, and eternity meet on the banks of the Ganges.
About Varanasi Ghats
Varanasi (Kashi/Banaras) has been a center of spiritual learning, art, and culture for over 3,000 years. The 84 ghats along the Ganges form one of the most photographed waterfronts in the world. Witness the spectacular Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat at dusk, explore narrow lanes filled with silk weavers, discover the oldest Banaras Hindu University campus, and experience the transformative energy of India's most sacred city. The Banarasi silk sari tradition is a UNESCO intangible heritage.
Top Attractions
Ganga Aarti
Dashashwamedh Ghat, every evening
Sunrise Boat Ride
View all 84 ghats from the river
Kashi Vishwanath
Ancient Shiva temple
Silk Weaving
Banarasi sari artisan workshops
Sarnath
Where Buddha gave first sermon
Street Food Walk
Kachori, jalebi, thandai, paan
Gallery
Travel Tips
Boat Ride: Pre-book a sunrise boat ride (5:30 AM) — the golden light on the ghats is unforgettable.
Respect: Photography at Manikarnika (cremation) ghat is strictly prohibited.
Silk: Visit handloom weavers in Sarai Mohana for authentic Banarasi silk.