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Panchganga Ghat<\/strong> is one of the most significant Ghats of Varanasi and it also has its own importance out of all the Ghats of the Ganges. Located on the banks of river Ganga, Panchganga Ghat is famous for the fact that it has great religious, cultural, as well as historical significance and thus people from different fields of interest visit this place right from pilgrims to tourists and history lovers. This blog delves into the rich tapestry of Panchganga Ghat through the history and religious customs associated with this place, coupled with travel advice for those who would wish to undertake a Panchganga Ghat tour.<\/em><\/p>\n

Panchganga Ghat In Varanasi<\/h2>\n
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\nPanchganga Ghat holds historical importance and is well-known as one of the famous ghats of Varanasi. The roots of the ghats can be traced back to the historical period of the 11th century and are described in the \u201cKashi Khand\u201d from Skand Puran. This text shows that Panchganga Ghat is the second most prominent ghat after Dashashwamedh Ghat. The place was known as Bindumadhav Ghat in the Gahadavala dynasty period of the 11th and 12th centuries where royal families preferred the Panchganga Ghat instead of the Dashashwamedh Ghat. The ghat is called Panchganga because it is believed to be built at the confluence of five holy rivers: Ganga, Saraswati, Khalu, Dhutpapa, Yamuna and Kirana. Today, the Ganga is the only river on the plain that is quite visible; the other five or four are said to have merged into Mother Earth. Another interesting fact is that Panchganga Ghat was used as the teaching place of Vedant Ramanand who was the guru of one of the most famous saints in India, Kabir. It is also said that the great saint poet Tulsidas has written \u2018Vinay Patrika\u2019 in this ghat.
\nThis ghat is famous for the Alamgir Mosque built by Mughal emperor Aurangzeb on the ruins of Bindu Madhav Temple, which was constructed by Maratha Beni Madhav Rao Scindia in the 17th century AD. This mosque is also known as Beni Madhav-ka-Darera which is a beautiful blend of Hindu Persian architecture embellished with carved pillars and domes, depicting beautiful artworks of medieval India.<\/p>\n

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Aarti And Religious Significance \"Aarti<\/h2>\n

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Panchganga Ghat has a sound historical and mythological importance and is a popular spot for devotees and tourists to witness the early morning Ganga Aarti. This emotional \u2018arati\u2019 is performed to praise the godly Ganga and throws light on the divine purpose of the ghat. While performing the Aarti, the priests come to the central platform and perform several, very elaborate rituals which include oil lamps, recitations and offerings which make it completely engrossing as well as spiritually fulfilling.
\nReligious activities at Panchganga Ghat are heightened during the months of April-May which is known as Vaishakh and October-November which is known as Kartik as these two months happen to be festival months. Men and women especially engage in sacred immersion and certain ceremonies are performed during Kartik month, lights or jewels are lit in memory of ancestors. Such practices portray the extent of devotion and the religious importance that the priests embrace at Panchganga Ghat.<\/p>\n

Festivals At Panchganga Ghat<\/h2>\n
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\nDuring the Hindu festivals, the ghat is in full spirits with numerous devotees. Some of the prominent festivals celebrated here include:
\nDev Deepawali:<\/strong> This occasion falls fifteen days after Diwali and during this festival, thousands of lamps or diyas are lit along the ghat for a gorgeous view.
\nGanga Dussehra:<\/strong> This festival is celebrated to commemorate the advent of the Goddess Ganges to the earth, and it is believed that people find solace in taking a dip in the river.
\nKartik Purnima:<\/strong> According to the Hindu calendar, this ghat is particularly associated with the full moon night of the Kartik month and festivities, which include lighting lamps and performing devotee rituals that are dedicated to Lord Vishnu.<\/p>\n

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Things To Do At Panchganga Ghat<\/h2>\n
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\nThere are a number of activities that can be done at the Panchganga Ghat to provide visitors with spiritual, socio-cultural, and aesthetic experiences. Here\u2019s a detailed look at what you can do at this historically and religiously significant place:<\/p>\n

1. Boat Rides<\/h3>\n

Another common thing that tourists visiting Panchganga Ghat can see and do is opting for a boat ride on the Ganges.<\/p>\n