Darbhanga Ghat
दरभंगा घाट
A grand sandstone palace built by the Maharaja of Darbhanga towers over the ghat. It is now a luxury hotel and a must-photograph sight on sunrise boat trips.
Darbhanga Ghat lies just south of Dashashwamedh Ghat. In the early 20th century, the Maharaja of Darbhanga in Bihar built a tall sandstone palace here, combining Greek-style columns with Indian balconies in a majestic design. The adjoining Munshi Ghat connects to it. The palace is now a luxury hotel (BrijRama Palace), and non-guests can dine in its restaurant. Seen from the river, Darbhanga Palace and the neighbouring Ahilya Ghat form Varanasi's most classic skyline. On sunrise boat trips, the light falls right on the facade.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Man Mandir Ghat & Jantar Mantar
- Godowlia & Vishwanath Gali
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Nepali Temple at Lalita Ghat
- Kedar Ghat
- Harishchandra Ghat
- Manikarnika Ghat