सांकटा घाट — Sankata Ghat

About Sankata Ghat

English
A small ghat holding the temple of Sankata Devi — the Mother who removes troubles. Devotees come here for her darshan.

हिन्दी
संकटा देवी के मंदिर वाला छोटा घाट। संकटा यानी संकट हरने वाली माता, जिनके दर्शन के लिए भक्त यहाँ आते हैं।

History & Significance of Sankata Ghat

English
Sankata Devi is worshipped as the Mother who removes calamities. Her temple stands above this small ghat, and families come to pray for the welfare of their children. The ghat is small, lying near Ganga Mahal Ghat II. The steps are plain and the mood calm. Tuesdays and Saturdays bring bigger crowds to the temple, and Navratri is observed with special puja.

हिन्दी
संकटा देवी को विपत्ति हरने वाली माता माना जाता है। उनका मंदिर इस घाट के ऊपर है और परिवार अपने बच्चों के कल्याण के लिए यहाँ पूजा करते हैं। घाट छोटा है, गंगा महल घाट (II) के पास। सीढ़ियाँ सादी हैं और यहाँ का माहौल शांत है। मंगलवार और शनिवार को मंदिर में भीड़ बढ़ जाती है। नवरात्रि में यहाँ विशेष पूजा होती है।

Best Time to Visit Sankata Ghat

Best time: Mornings 6-9 AM, along with the temple darshan.

हिन्दी सुबह 6-9 बजे — मंदिर दर्शन के साथ।

When to go: Year-round; Navratri is special.

हिन्दी पूरे साल; नवरात्रि विशेष।

Things to Do at Sankata Ghat

English

• Darshan of Sankata Devi
• A simple bath
• Walk to Ganga Mahal Ghat II

हिन्दी

• संकटा देवी के दर्शन
• सादा स्नान
• गंगा महल घाट (II) तक टहलें

Highlights of Sankata Ghat

• The Sankata Devi temple
• A centre of family devotion
• A calm, small setting

• संकटा देवी मंदिर
• पारिवारिक भक्ति का केंद्र
• शांत छोटा माहौल

Festivals & Rituals at Sankata Ghat

Navratri and Tuesdays bring special puja to the temple.

हिन्दी नवरात्रि और मंगलवारों पर मंदिर में विशेष पूजा होती है।

Did You Know?

Sankata Devi is invoked as the remover of all troubles.

हिन्दी संकटा देवी को संकट निवारण की देवी कहा जाता है।

Nearby Ghats & Attractions

• Ganga Mahal Ghat II (200 m)
• Naya Ghat
• Bhonsle Ghat
• Manikarnika Ghat (700 m)

• गंगा महल घाट (II) (200 मी)
• नया घाट
• भोंसले घाट
• मणिकर्णिका घाट (700 मी)

Frequently Asked Questions about Sankata Ghat

Where is Sankata Ghat located?

Sankata Ghat (सांकटा घाट) is one of the ghats of Varanasi, on the western bank of the river Ganga at approximately 25.3120, 83.0145.

Why is Sankata Ghat famous?

A small ghat holding the temple of Sankata Devi — the Mother who removes troubles. Devotees come here for her darshan.

What is the best time to visit Sankata Ghat?

Mornings 6-9 AM, along with the temple darshan. The best season is Year-round; Navratri is special..

What can I do at Sankata Ghat?

Darshan of Sankata Devi; A simple bath; Walk to Ganga Mahal Ghat II.

What is the history of Sankata Ghat?

Sankata Devi is worshipped as the Mother who removes calamities. Her temple stands above this small ghat, and families come to pray for the welfare of their children. The ghat is small, lying near Ganga Mahal Ghat II. The steps are plain and the mood calm. Tuesdays and Saturdays bring bigger crowds to the temple, and Navratri is observed with special puja.

Which festivals are celebrated at Sankata Ghat?

Navratri and Tuesdays bring special puja to the temple.

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