According to Hindu mythology, the ghat is linked to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, who performed cosmic dance here, and a ...

A day before polling the Manikarnika Ghat, the ancient cremation ground in Kashi, witnessed an unprecedented surge in the number of bodies arriving for last rites on Thursday, May 30. Over 400 ...

Manikarnika Ghat is the oldest and holiest ghat, renowned for their centuries-old cremation rituals. Hindus believe they attain Moksha (salvation). Famous for its peaceful atmosphere, spiritual ...

A state funeral was held, with thousands attending. Chaudhari was cremated at Manikarnika Ghat. He served as MLA from 1989 to 2017. Amid state honour, the mortal remains of Chaudhari were ...

Actress Anumol recently spent her birthday, December 24, in Varanasi. During her week-long trip, she walked on the streets of the holy city, prayed at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and visited Prayagraj ...

Dashashwamedh Ghat makes an excellent starting point to wander from Manikarnika cremations to Assi blessings to Harishchandra prosperity rites and more along 5km of soul-stirring heritage.

Manikarnika is the most sacred cremation ghat in Varanasi. It symbolizes the Hindu belief in the cycle of life and death. It is believed that one can attain salvation if cremated here. Raja Ghat's ...