Varanasi - Manikarnika Ghat
वाराणसी - मणिकर्णिका घाट
Varanasi
About Varanasi - Manikarnika Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat is the principal cremation ghat of Varanasi and one of the oldest ghats in the world. According to Hindu belief, those cremated here attain immediate moksha (liberation from the cycle of rebirth).
The sacred fire at Manikarnika is said to have been burning for thousands of years. This is the most sacred place for Antim Sanskar (last rites) in Hinduism.
मणिकर्णिका घाट वाराणसी का प्रमुख श्मशान घाट है और दुनिया के सबसे पुराने घाटों में से एक है। हिंदू मान्यता के अनुसार, यहां अंतिम संस्कार करने से तत्काल मोक्ष प्राप्त होता है।
मणिकर्णिका की पवित्र अग्नि हजारों वर्षों से जल रही है। यह हिंदू धर्म में अंतिम संस्कार के लिए सबसे पवित्र स्थान है।
Religious Significance
Manikarnika significance:
1. Most sacred cremation site in Hinduism
2. Cremation here guarantees moksha
3. Eternal fire burning for millennia
4. Lord Shiva whispers the Taraka Mantra to the dying
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Manikarnika Ghat
Sacred Cremation Ground
Ganga at Varanasi
Rituals Performed Here
How to Reach
Located in the heart of Varanasi, accessible by boat or through narrow lanes.
Available Facilities
Best Time to Visit
Year round
Quick Info
- Location: Varanasi
- Nearest Airport: Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (25 km)
- Nearest Railway: Varanasi Junction (6 km)
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