Harishchandra Ghat
हरिश्चंद्र घाट
One of Varanasi's two cremation ghats, named after the truthful King Harishchandra. It is smaller than Manikarnika and more peaceful.
Harishchandra Ghat is one of only two cremation ghats in Varanasi. Legend says the ancient king Harishchandra served here as a cremation-ground watchman to keep his vow. Cremations take place day and night, and there is an electric crematorium nearby. The ghat lies between Assi Ghat and Dashashwamedh Ghat and can be reached on foot along the river. As at Manikarnika, photographing cremations and bodies is strictly forbidden. Please keep quiet and observe from a distance. Decline requests for firewood donations from people who claim to be volunteers.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Kedar Ghat
- Chet Singh Ghat
- Darbhanga Ghat
- Tulsi Ghat
- Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Assi Ghat
- Man Mandir Ghat & Jantar Mantar
- Godowlia & Vishwanath Gali