Ghats in Varanasi

A Ganga ghat in varanasi is a series of steps leading down to the river Ganges, typically found in the holy city of Varanasi, India. Ghats are used for bathing, performing religious rituals, and as a place for pilgrims to gather. The Ganges River is considered sacred in Hinduism and the ghats are considered an important pilgrimage site for Hindus. In Varanasi there are 88 historical Ganga ghats with different names including the famous ghats such as Assi Ghat, Dashaswamedh Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat, Harishchandra Ghat, Raj Ghat, Lalita Ghat and many more.