Assi Ghat (अस्सी घाट) varanasi

Assi Ghat is one of the most popular ghats in Varanasi, visited regularly by tourists and locals. It is located in the southern part of the holy city of Varanasi at the confluence of the Ganges and Assi rivers. People visit Assi Ghat for many reasons, to soak in the spiritual atmosphere, to enjoy the famous evening aarti and to have a glimpse of the local culture.Taking a dip in Assi Ghat (where two rivers, Ganga and Assi meet) is equivalent to taking a dip in thousands of other holy rivers. There are some occasions when devotees take the dip in thousands. Some of these natural events are lunar and solar eclipse, Makar Sankranti and Prabodhoni Ekadashi. There is a Shivling under the Peepal tree located at the Ghat. Here devotees offer holy water after taking a dip in the Ganges. Another linga can be found inside a small marble shrine located adjacent to the temple