Munshi Ghat, Riverside ghat and historical site in Varanasi, India.
Munshi Ghat extends along the western bank of the Ganges River with stone steps leading down to the sacred waters.
Built in 1812 by finance minister Sridhara Narayana Munshi, the ghat was later purchased and expanded by King Kameshwar Singh in 1915.
Local residents gather at the ghat daily for traditional rituals, religious ceremonies, and social interactions near the waterfront.
Visitors can access the ghat through narrow lanes from the city, with the best viewing times during sunrise when ceremonies take place.
The sandstone palace at Munshi Ghat features Greek pillars and porches, now transformed into the Brijrama Palace hotel complex.
GPS coordinates: 25.30569,83.00991
Latest update: March 4, 2025 08:44
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