Assi Ghat Tourism
Type of destination: Cultural Landmark
Ideal visit duration: 1 to 2 hours
Assi Ghat, located at the southern end of the city of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India, is one of the most famous ghats in the city. Situated at the confluence of the River Ganges and Assi River, it has a distinct cultural and religious significance. The ghat is a vibrant space, bustling with pilgrims, tourists, and locals. It is particularly known for its morning and evening aarti, an elaborate worship ceremony that involves fire, incense, flowers, and chanting. Assi Ghat is also a place where many devotees perform the traditional ritual of taking a holy dip in the Ganges, believed to cleanse one's soul. The place is steeped in history and legend and provides a panoramic view of the river and the city's landscape. It serves as a hub for various activities, including yoga and meditation, boat rides, and tea and food stalls offering local cuisine. Scholars and poets have frequented Assi Ghat, making it a seat of learning and a literary hotspot.
Opening and Closing time of Assi Ghat
| Monday |
Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday |
Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday |
Open 24 hours |
| Thursday |
Open 24 hours |
| Friday |
Open 24 hours |
| Saturday |
Open 24 hours |
| Sunday |
Open 24 hours |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Assi Ghat
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Tips when you are visiting to Assi Ghat
Tip1
Attend the morning or evening aarti for an unforgettable experience.
Tip2
Wear modest clothing as it is a religious site.
Tip3
Keep personal belongings secure due to the crowded nature of the place.
Tip4
Engage a local guide for insightful stories and information about the ghat.
Top 5 Reviews on Assi Ghat
Wander19777324188
Wrote on 21st Jun, 2024
Assi Ghat Perfect place to around 5:00 pm for Aarti
To be honest this ghat is a perfect to experience during a trip Varanasi. it is better to reach here by around 5:00 pm to get a good spot by the Ganges to watch the aarti ceremony of lights that start..
AmulAwasthy
Wrote on 22nd Apr, 2024
Beautifu and Peaceful Ghat
One of the 84 Ghats of Banaras but a very Famous one. Famous for Subah-e-Banaras, Morning Aarti and Boat Rides.
One should not miss this ghat. This can be easily covered with Birth place of Rani Lak..
66krishnanr
Wrote on 4th Apr, 2024
Beautiful view of Ganges River
We stayed 5 minutes walk to this area. Aasi Ghat has a lot to see in terms of walking around the historical architectural buildings & Ganges River.
Came here to see the Ganga Aarthi at night which wa..
guptaarun
Wrote on 25th Mar, 2024
Out of this world varansi Kashi is the greatest place in india
It was an out of this world experience all neat and clean and cleanest Ghats and to top it greatest food of Varanasi and presence of PANDAS at the ghat was awesome
LolaGo1
Wrote on 19th Mar, 2024
Another Interesting Ghat along the Ganges River
This Ghat is famous for its early morning Aarthi Hindu Ceremony in the early morning when the sun rises. The other one Ghat has this ceremony at sun set or when it becomes dark outside. The priests do..
