Ghat
Kedar Ghat
A colourful and deeply atmospheric ghat associated with Shiva and South Indian traditions, with temples and rituals unfolding along the river.
See our guide to The Ghats of Varanasi
About Kedar Ghat
Kedar Ghat is named after its temple of Kedareshwar, a form of Shiva linked to the Himalayan shrine of Kedarnath, and is one of the most important ghats in the southern half of Varanasi. Its steps are painted in bold red and white stripes, which make it easy to pick out from a boat.
The neighbourhood behind it has long been home to many of the city's South Indian and Bengali families, and the temple and the smaller shrines on the steps are busy with pilgrims, especially at dawn. The small tank at the foot of the steps, Gauri Kund, is believed to have healing waters.
Kedar Ghat At A Glance
- Location
- Ganga, Varanasi
- Type
- Ghat
- Heritage Status
- Historic riverfront
- Entry
- Arranged by your guide on the day
Also Covered Here
- Kedar Ghat Temple Precinct
- The temple-lined steps around Kedar Ghat create a vivid sacred environment where river rituals and everyday worship continue side by side.
Good To Know
Visiting Kedar Ghat
What is Kedar Ghat famous for?
- The Kedareshwar temple, believed to bring the merit of a pilgrimage to Kedarnath, and its striped red-and-white steps.
Can tourists visit Kedar Ghat?
- Yes. Dress modestly and remove your shoes before entering the temple.
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