Varanasi: Divisional Commissioner S Rajalingam on Sunday conducted an inspection of beautification and restoration works at ...

The Uttar Pradesh government has developed over 100 Yoga Parks across the state in preparation for the 11th International ...

15. Harishchandra Ghat King Harishchandra was known for his strong commitment to truth and justice. Named after the famous king, the Harishchandra Ghat is another important cremation ghat in Varanasi.

However, in Varanasi, the ancient city known for its spiritual and mystical traditions, Holi is played in a rather unusual and eerie way at the famous Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghats.

Masan Holi is celebrated at Manikarnika Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat in Varanasi. The celebration occurs a few days before the actual Holi festival and draws Shiva followers, Aghori sadhus, and ...

This year, it will be celebrated on March 11, 2025, at Manikarnika Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat. Experience the unique Masan Holi celebration in Varanasi, where ashes of pyre are used instead of ...

The specially-designed vehicle started from Nizamabad on Saturday and the services will be available in Harishchandra Ghat in Kashi ... others can utilise the vehicle for last rites in Varanasi.

Varanasi: Rise in Ganga water-level caused by recent heavy rains here has halted cremations on the lower steps of Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghats here. "The place where cremation used to take ...

As dusk descends, the ghats of Varanasi come alive with the vibrant Ganga Aarti. Priests, clad in traditional attire, choreograph the ritual with synchronised movements, accompanied by the ...