About Rajendra Prasad Ghat
English
A modern ghat named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India, known for its clean and orderly steps.
हिन्दी
भारत के पहले राष्ट्रपति डॉ. राजेंद्र प्रसाद के नाम पर बना आधुनिक घाट, जो अपनी साफ सुथरी सीढ़ियों के लिए जाना जाता है।
History & Significance of Rajendra Prasad Ghat
English
In the years after independence, as the city launched its ghat-cleaning drives, this ghat was built and named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India. It stands north of Dashashwamedh, so pilgrims and visitors pass it constantly. Clean steps and electric lighting have made it one of the most orderly ghats of the city; mornings bring both exercise and bathing.
हिन्दी
स्वतंत्रता के बाद काशी की नगरपालिका और गंगा-सफाई अभियानों के दौर में यह घाट बना और देश के पहले राष्ट्रपति डॉ. राजेंद्र प्रसाद की स्मृति में उनका नाम दिया गया। यह घाट दशाश्वमेध के उत्तर की ओर बना है, जिससे यहां भक्तों और पर्यटकों की आवाजाही रहती है। साफ सीढ़ियां और बिजली की रोशनी ने इसे शहर के सबसे व्यवस्थित घाटों में रखा है। सुबह-सुबह यहां व्यायाम और स्नान दोनों चलते हैं।
Best Time to Visit Rajendra Prasad Ghat
Best time: Open all day; mornings 6-9 AM are quietest.
हिन्दी पूरा दिन खुला; सुबह 6-9 बजे सबसे शांत।
When to go: October to March is best.
हिन्दी अक्टूबर से मार्च सबसे उपयुक्त।
Things to Do at Rajendra Prasad Ghat
English
- Sit on the clean steps by the Ganga
- Walk to Man Mandir Ghat
- Join the morning bathing
हिन्दी
- घाट की साफ सीढ़ियों पर बैठकर गंगा दर्शन करें
- मान मंदिर घाट तक टहलें
- सुबह के स्नान में शामिल हों
Highlights of Rajendra Prasad Ghat
- The memory of President Rajendra Prasad
- Clean and orderly steps
- Close to Dashashwamedh
- राष्ट्रपति राजेंद्र प्रसाद की स्मृति
- साफ सुथरी सीढ़ियां
- दशाश्वमेध की निकटता
Festivals & Rituals at Rajendra Prasad Ghat
Kartik Purnima and Sankranti baths are kept; Ganga Dashahara decorates the ghat.
हिन्दी कार्तिक पूर्णिमा और संक्रांति के स्नान होते हैं; गंगा दशहरा पर घाट सजता है।
Did You Know?
Dr. Rajendra Prasad held Kashi close to his heart and repeatedly spoke for the cleanliness of the Ganga.
हिन्दी डॉ. राजेंद्र प्रसाद काशी से गहरा लगाव रखते थे और उन्होंने गंगा की सफाई की बात बार-बार उठाई थी।
Nearby Ghats & Attractions
- Man Mandir Ghat (200 m)
- Prayag Ghat (300 m)
- Dashashwamedh Ghat (600 m)
- Kashi Vishwanath (1 km)
- मान मंदिर घाट (200 मी)
- प्रयाग घाट (300 मी)
- दशाश्वमेध घाट (600 मी)
- काशी विश्वनाथ (1 किमी)
Frequently Asked Questions about Rajendra Prasad Ghat
Where is Rajendra Prasad Ghat located?
Rajendra Prasad Ghat (राजेन्द्र प्रसाद घाट) is one of the ghats of Varanasi, on the western bank of the river Ganga at approximately 25.3072, 83.0105.
Why is Rajendra Prasad Ghat famous?
A modern ghat named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India, known for its clean and orderly steps.
What is the best time to visit Rajendra Prasad Ghat?
Open all day; mornings 6-9 AM are quietest. The best season is October to March is best..
What can I do at Rajendra Prasad Ghat?
Sit on the clean steps by the Ganga; Walk to Man Mandir Ghat; Join the morning bathing.
What is the history of Rajendra Prasad Ghat?
In the years after independence, as the city launched its ghat-cleaning drives, this ghat was built and named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India. It stands north of Dashashwamedh, so pilgrims and visitors pass it constantly. Clean steps and electric lighting have made it one of the most orderly ghats of the city; mornings bring both exercise and bathing.
Which festivals are celebrated at Rajendra Prasad Ghat?
Kartik Purnima and Sankranti baths are kept; Ganga Dashahara decorates the ghat.
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