आनन्दमयी घाट — Mata Anandamayee Ghat

About Mata Anandamayee Ghat

English
A serene ghat raised in memory of the celebrated mystic Anandamayi Ma, beside the ashram where she lived in Varanasi. A clean, peaceful bathing place for her devotees.

हिन्दी
विश्व-विख्यात संत आनन्दमयी माँ की स्मृति में बना घाट। माँ के आश्रम के पास स्थित यह घाट शांत और साफ-सुथरा है, और भक्तों के लिए स्नान का स्थान है।

History & Significance of Mata Anandamayee Ghat

English
Anandamayi Ma (1896–1982) was one of the great mystics of the twentieth century, and she spent her last years in Varanasi. Her ashram stands close to this ghat, still drawing devotees every day. The ghat was built by her followers in her memory. The mood here is one of devotion and calm, and pilgrims come from many countries to visit the ashram and bathe at the ghat.

हिन्दी
आनन्दमयी माँ (1896-1982) बीसवीं सदी की महान संत थीं, जिन्होंने अपने जीवन के अंतिम वर्ष वाराणसी में बिताए। उनका आश्रम इस घाट के पास ही है, जहाँ आज भी भक्तों का तांता लगा रहता है। माँ के अनुयायियों ने उनकी स्मृति में यह घाट बनवाया। यहाँ का माहौल भक्ति और शांति का है। कई देशों से भक्त दर्शन के लिए आते हैं।

Best Time to Visit Mata Anandamayee Ghat

Best time: Mornings 6-9 AM — combine ashram darshan with a quiet bath.

हिन्दी सुबह 6-9 बजे — आश्रम दर्शन के साथ शांत स्नान।

When to go: Year-round; the birth-anniversary in Kartik draws special gatherings.

हिन्दी पूरे साल; जन्म-तिथि पर्व (कार्तिक) पर विशेष कार्यक्रम।

Things to Do at Mata Anandamayee Ghat

English

• Visit the Anandamayi ashram
• Take a quiet bath at the ghat
• Join the evening satsang if invited

हिन्दी

• आनन्दमयी माँ के आश्रम के दर्शन
• घाट पर शांत स्नान
• भक्ति-सभा में भाग लें

Highlights of Mata Anandamayee Ghat

• The living ashram of the Ma
• A deeply peaceful atmosphere
• An international community of devotees

• माँ का जीवंत आश्रम
• शांतिपूर्ण वातावरण
• अंतरराष्ट्रीय भक्त समुदाय

Festivals & Rituals at Mata Anandamayee Ghat

The Ma’s birth and death anniversaries are observed with special worship at the ashram.

हिन्दी माँ की पुण्यतिथि और जन्म-तिथि पर आश्रम में विशेष पूजा होती है।

Did You Know?

From presidents to ascetics, many of India’s leaders counted Anandamayi Ma as their guru.

हिन्दी आनन्दमयी माँ को भारत के राष्ट्रपति से लेकर साधु-संतों तक ने अपना गुरु माना।

Nearby Ghats & Attractions

• Bhadaini Ghat (300 m)
• Janaki Ghat
• Nishadraj Ghat
• Assi Ghat (1.2 km)

• भदैनी घाट (300 मी)
• जानकी घाट
• निषादराज घाट
• अस्सी घाट (1.2 किमी)

Frequently Asked Questions about Mata Anandamayee Ghat

Where is Mata Anandamayee Ghat located?

Mata Anandamayee Ghat (आनन्दमयी घाट) is one of the ghats of Varanasi, on the western bank of the river Ganga at approximately 25.2935, 83.0082.

Why is Mata Anandamayee Ghat famous?

A serene ghat raised in memory of the celebrated mystic Anandamayi Ma, beside the ashram where she lived in Varanasi. A clean, peaceful bathing place for her devotees.

What is the best time to visit Mata Anandamayee Ghat?

Mornings 6-9 AM — combine ashram darshan with a quiet bath. The best season is Year-round; the birth-anniversary in Kartik draws special gatherings..

What can I do at Mata Anandamayee Ghat?

Visit the Anandamayi ashram; Take a quiet bath at the ghat; Join the evening satsang if invited.

What is the history of Mata Anandamayee Ghat?

Anandamayi Ma (1896–1982) was one of the great mystics of the twentieth century, and she spent her last years in Varanasi. Her ashram stands close to this ghat, still drawing devotees every day. The ghat was built by her followers in her memory. The mood here is one of devotion and calm, and pilgrims come from many countries to visit the ashram and bathe at the ghat.

Which festivals are celebrated at Mata Anandamayee Ghat?

The Ma’s birth and death anniversaries are observed with special worship at the ashram.

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