Chausatti Ghat, located along the banks of the Ganges River in Varanasi, is one of the many historically and culturally significant ghats in the city. Chausatti Ghat is named after the Chausath Yogini Temple that once existed here. The name "Chausatti" means sixty-four in Hindi, referring to the sixty-four Yoginis (female deities) to whom the temple was dedicated. The ghat has a rich history and has been a significant site for spiritual and religious activities for centuries. The architecture of Chausatti Ghat is distinctive and picturesque. It features broad steps leading down to the Ganges River, making it an ideal spot for pilgrims to perform rituals and take holy dips. The structures around the ghat are adorned with intricate carvings and traditional designs, reflecting the architectural style of ancient Varanasi. The ghat is surrounded by old buildings and temples, which add to its...
Read moreLove it just like ek sukoon sa rehta hai ..... , but place should be more clean , and people also try to make place clean .... this palace for all , not only for Foreign and Politician . When any Politician come here , and Yes specially our Respected PM Sri Narendra Modi JI come here , Ganga become More beautiful ,more clear , but just for 3-4 hours . after that 'wahi gandagi , wahi roughly maintenance'
its this right ? is Ganda only for them ?
Even is not any permanently police security . Police security only for Dashwashmed Ghat and lill-bit at Assi Ghat ... is this right ? according to me police security should be available at all Ghat .
And yes , there should be rules for Machwara , Mallah . like boat registration number , ⛵ licence etx etx , then it should be helpful for people and also...
Read moreChausatti Ghat name itself represents the sixty four Yoginis of Hindu mythology who emerged from the primary goddess. This Ghat on the banks of Ganges, has a temple dedicated to the Yoginis. The name Chausatti comes from the term Chausatti meaning sixty four which refers to the temples dedication to 64 deities. Chausatti Ghat was commissioned by King Pratapaditya of Bengal in the late 16th Century AD. At the top of the Chausatti Ghat, near a Peepal tree, stands a shrine believed to be the memorial of King Pratapaditya. This Monument is highly revered by the Bengali Community. Bengali Ladies performs the tonsure ceremony near this monument after the birth of their first Son. The Bengali community predominates in the area...
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