🕉️ Spiritual & Religious

Manikarnika Ghat (Cremation Ghat)

📍 Varanasi, India ⏱ 30–45 minutes 🎟 Free (No photography) 🕐 Open 24 hours

About Manikarnika Ghat (Cremation Ghat)

The sacred burning ghat where cremations have continued uninterrupted for 3,000+ years. A profound reminder of the cycle of life and liberation — believed to be the holiest place to attain moksha.
Observe respectfully from a distance; no photography allowed

Visitor Information

Duration
30–45 minutes
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free (No photography)
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Best Season
Oct – Mar
Languages
Hindi · English (guides available)

How to Reach Manikarnika Ghat (Cremation Ghat)

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By Air
Fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS), 26 km from Varanasi city. VisitKashi arranges airport pickup.
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By Train
Varanasi Junction (BSB) or Manduadih (MUV) — well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata. VisitKashi provides station transfers.
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Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws and VisitKashi cabs are the best way to reach the ghats and temple areas within the city.
Quick Info
Duration
30–45 minutes
Timings
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free (No photography)
Best Time
Oct – Mar
VisitKashi Rating
4.8 / 5.0
Category
🕉️ Spiritual & Religious
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