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Varanasi Ghats Glow for Maha Shivratri 2026
12 Feb
Summary
- Dashashwamedh Ghat hosts a vibrant evening aarti with thousands of devotees.
- Assi Ghat provides a quieter spiritual atmosphere with morning ceremonies.
- Manikarnika Ghat offers profound spiritual insight into life's transitions.
Varanasi's ancient ghats are set to shimmer with spiritual energy during Maha Shivratri 2026, illuminated by chants and lamps. This sacred city welcomes devotees to honour Lord Shiva with rituals that have endured for centuries.
Dashashwamedh Ghat will be the epicenter of celebration, with its famous evening aarti drawing massive crowds. The ghat will glow with devotion, creating a breathtaking spectacle for all attendees.
For those seeking tranquility, Assi Ghat presents the serene Subah-e-Banaras morning ceremony. Musicians and sadhus contribute to its peaceful ambiance, ideal for a reflective start to the festival.
Manikarnika Ghat, one of the holiest sites, offers a deep spiritual experience with its eternal cremation pyres and association with Moksha. Prayers continue through the night, providing a humbling reminder of life's spiritual journey.
Other significant ghats like Panchganga, Scindia, and Kedar also host special rituals, each offering a unique facet of Varanasi's timeless spiritual charm during Maha Shivratri.
