Assi Ghat
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Varanasi,Uttar Pradesh
43°C / Clouds
AQI: 153 (Unhealthy)
Established at the conflux of Assi and Ganga river, the famous Assi Ghat has garnered international laurels. It is the southernmost ghat in Varanasi. To most visitors to Varanasi, it is known for being a place where long-term foreign students, researchers, and tourists live. One of the most visited places in the locale, it is mostly known for the gigantic Shivling beneath a peepal tree. As it is one of the most religiously influential places of India, you will come across a great cultural extravaganza.
Assi Ghat is one of the ghats often visited for recreation and during festivals. On typical days about 300 people visit every hour in the mornings, and on festival days 2,500 people arrive per hour. Most of the people visiting the ghat on usual days are students from the nearby Banaras Hindu University. The ghat accommodates about 22,500 people at once during festivals like Shivratri. Hindus also believe that it was at Assi Ghat that Tulsidas left for his heavenly abode.
Moving to the best time to visit Assi Ghat. It looks more pleasant during the winter season. This is the time when early mornings are filled with fog that looks enchanting to the eyes. Also, roaming around the Assi Ghat in the morning leaves you with a peaceful soul-filtration.
Major Attractions Near Assi Ghat
Discover the soul of Assi Ghat through these iconic landmarks
Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
Banaras Hindu University is one of Asia's largest residential universities, known for its beautiful campus
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva and among the most sacred Hindu temples in India.
Tulsi Ghat
Tulsi Ghat is one of the most historic ghats in Varanasi, associated with the renowned poet-saint Goswami Tulsidas
How to Reach Assi Ghat
To reach Assi Ghat, you'll need to cover significant distances from major cities. Here are the most convenient ways to travel to Assi Ghat.
By Road
Assi Ghat is well connected by road to all major parts of Varanasi and nearby cities. Visitors can reach the ghat conveniently via taxis, auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, local buses, and app-based cab services. The ghat is easily accessible from Varanasi Junction, Banaras Railway Station, and Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
5鈥6 km from Varanasi Junction
4鈥5 km from Banaras Railway Station
25鈥30 km from Varanasi Airport
By Flight
Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS), Babatpur, is the nearest airport to Assi Ghat. It is located approximately 25鈥30 km away and is well connected to major Indian cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, and Hyderabad. Taxis and cabs are readily available from the airport to reach Assi Ghat.
25鈥30 km from Varanasi Airport
45鈥60 min drive to Assi Ghat
Direct flights from major Indian cities
By Train
Varanasi Junction (BSB) and Manduadih (Banaras) Railway Station are the nearest railheads to Assi Ghat. Both stations are well connected to major cities across India. Local taxis, auto-rickshaws, and app-based cabs are available for convenient travel to the ghat.
5鈥6 km from Varanasi Junction
4鈥5 km from Banaras Station
15鈥20 min drive to Assi Ghat
