About Adi Shitla Ghat
English
A small ghat of the worship of Goddess Shitala, between Bundi Parakota and Lal Ghats. The name Adi counts it the first Shitala of the quarter.
हिन्दी
शीतला माता की पूजा का छोटा सा घाट, बुंदी पारकोटा और लाल घाटों के बीच। आदि नाम इसे पड़ोस की पहली शीतला मानता है।
History & Significance of Adi Shitla Ghat
English
A temple of Shitala Mata stands above the ghat, counted the first (adi) seat of the old worship of the quarter. Between Bundi Parakota and Lal Ghats, the small ghat lies far from the crowds of the city. On the Shitala Ashtamis, mothers come here for the health of their children. The stairs are small, and the calm of the north end wraps the place.
हिन्दी
घाट के ऊपर शीतला माता का मंदिर है, जिसे इलाके की पुरानी पूजा-परंपरा का आदि (पहला) स्थान माना जाता है। बुंदी पारकोटा और लाल घाटों के बीच बसा यह छोटा घाट शहर की भीड़ से दूर है। शीतला अष्टमी के दिनों में माताएं बच्चों की सेहत के लिए यहां आती हैं। सीढ़ियां छोटी हैं और उत्तरी छोर की शांति इसे घेरे रहती है।
Best Time to Visit Adi Shitla Ghat
Best time: Morning 6-9 AM is best.
हिन्दी सुबह 6-9 बजे सबसे अच्छा।
When to go: October to March; the Shitala Ashtamis bring the special worship.
हिन्दी अक्टूबर से मार्च; शीतला अष्टमी पर विशेष पूजा।
Things to Do at Adi Shitla Ghat
English
- Visit the Shitala Mata temple
- Walk to Lal Ghat
- See Bundi Parakota Ghat
हिन्दी
- शीतला माता के दर्शन करें
- लाल घाट तक टहलें
- बुंदी पारकोटा घाट देखें
Highlights of Adi Shitla Ghat
- The Adi Shitala temple
- The calm of the north end
- The worship tradition of mothers
- आदि शीतला मंदिर
- उत्तरी छोर की शांति
- माताओं की पूजा-परंपरा
Festivals & Rituals at Adi Shitla Ghat
The Shitala Ashtamis of Chaitra and Phalguna bring the special worship.
हिन्दी चैत्र और फाल्गुन की शीतला अष्टमी पर विशेष पूजा होती है।
Did You Know?
The stretch from Bundi Parakota to Lal Ghat is counted among the oldest quarters of the Kashi north.
हिन्दी बुंदी पारकोटा से लाल घाट तक का इलाका काशी के सबसे पुराने उत्तर-क्षेत्रों में गिना जाता है।
Nearby Ghats & Attractions
- Bundi Parakota Ghat (300 m)
- Lal Ghat (200 m)
- Panchganga Ghat (1 km)
- Gai Ghat (1.5 km)
- बुंदी पारकोटा घाट (300 मी)
- लाल घाट (200 मी)
- पंचगंगा घाट (1 किमी)
- गै घाट (1.5 किमी)
Frequently Asked Questions about Adi Shitla Ghat
Where is Adi Shitla Ghat located?
Adi Shitla Ghat (आदि शीतला घाट) is one of the ghats of Varanasi, on the western bank of the river Ganga at approximately 25.3170, 83.0200.
Why is Adi Shitla Ghat famous?
A small ghat of the worship of Goddess Shitala, between Bundi Parakota and Lal Ghats. The name Adi counts it the first Shitala of the quarter.
What is the best time to visit Adi Shitla Ghat?
Morning 6-9 AM is best. The best season is October to March; the Shitala Ashtamis bring the special worship..
What can I do at Adi Shitla Ghat?
Visit the Shitala Mata temple; Walk to Lal Ghat; See Bundi Parakota Ghat.
What is the history of Adi Shitla Ghat?
A temple of Shitala Mata stands above the ghat, counted the first (adi) seat of the old worship of the quarter. Between Bundi Parakota and Lal Ghats, the small ghat lies far from the crowds of the city. On the Shitala Ashtamis, mothers come here for the health of their children. The stairs are small, and the calm of the north end wraps the place.
Which festivals are celebrated at Adi Shitla Ghat?
The Shitala Ashtamis of Chaitra and Phalguna bring the special worship.
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