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Sangam Arti Ghat

Sangam Arti Ghat, where the Ganges meets the Varuna and Assi rivers, is a serene and spiritual spot in Varanasi, known for its evening aarti ceremony.

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Best time to visit

October to March

Languages

Hindi · Bhojpuri

Coordinates

25.318°, 82.974°

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1The aarti ceremony at Sangam Arti Ghat is one of the most sacred and beautiful rituals in Varanasi.
2The three rivers - Ganges, Varuna, and Assi - meet at this ghat, creating a unique confluence.
3The aarti ceremony involves the lighting of lamps and offering of prayers to the rivers and the sun.

Timeline

18th Century: The current ghats were constructed during the reign of Ahilyabai Holkar.
19th Century: The British introduced the concept of evening aarti at the ghats.

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