Ram Ghat
राम घाट
Oldest bathing ghat on the Shipra River, with Ganges-style evening river rituals (aarti). It is also the main bathing site during the Kumbh Mela.
Ram Ghat is Ujjain's most important ghat. Legend says Rama once performed rites for his ancestors here. Every evening at about 7 p.m., a river aarti is held. Priests raise multi-tiered oil lamps and chant toward the river, while devotees float lamps on the water, creating a rich atmosphere. During the Kumbh Mela, millions bathe here. You can take a small boat trip on the river, and there are many small shrines around the ghat. Admission is free. It is about a 10-minute walk from Mahakal Temple. Keep an eye on your belongings, and ask permission before photographing the rituals.
Opening hours
Open all day; river festival approx. 19:00
Nearby sights
- Bade Ganeshji Ka Mandir
- Gopal Mandir
- Harsiddhi Temple
- Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga
- Triveni Museum
- Shri Mahakal Lok
- Vedh Shala (Jantar Mantar), Ujjain
- Gadkalika Temple