Plan ahead
Generally held every evening around sunset. Check locally for exact timings.
Before you go
The story
As the most revered burning ghat in Varanasi, Manikarnika Ghat is a profound testament to the cycle of life and death. Here, the flames purify the soul, and the rituals echo the city's ancient beliefs.
The atmosphere is reverent yet busy, filled with the fragrance of marigolds and incense. Observe the sacred rituals, hear sacred chants, and witness the lifeblood of Varanasi.
Free
Evening for Aarti
1-2 hours
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Manikarnika Ghat (मणिकर्णिका घाट) is a ghat on near Lalita Ghat in Ghats, Varanasi.
Also listed in Ghats: 64 shops, 24 religious sites, 23 entertainment venues, 18 hotels, 17 ghats, 13 schools.
Famous Aghori Baba In USA
प्रसिद्ध अघोरी बाबा इन यूएसए
Religious site, Ghats, right next door
Varanasi Tea Shop
वाराणसी टी शॉप
Shop, Ghats, right next door
Jalasayi Ghat
जलसय घाट
Entertainment, Ghats, 50 m away
HDFC Bank
एचडीएफसी बैंक
Bank, Ghats, 60 m away
Manikarnika Kund
मनिकर्णिका कुण्ड
Cultural site, Ghats, 70 m away
Varanasi Old City Tours
वाराणसी पुराना शहर टूर
Transport hub, Dashashwamedh, 90 m away
