About Shitala Ghat
English
The ghat of Shitala Mata, honoured as the goddess of fever and protector of children. Between Ahilyabai and Dashashwamedh, it stays alive through the day.
हिन्दी
शीतला माता के मंदिर वाला घाट, जिन्हें ज्वर की देवी और बच्चों की रक्षक माना जाता है। अहिल्याबाई और दशाश्वमेध के बीच बसा यह घाट हमेशा जीवंत रहता है।
History & Significance of Shitala Ghat
English
Shitala Mata is the goddess of fever and the protector of children. Her temple stands right above the ghat. Mothers come here to pray for the health of their little ones. Just north of Ahilyabai Ghat, the ghat lies close to the bustle of Dashashwamedh, yet its steps stay less crowded.
हिन्दी
शीतला माता को बुखार की देवी और बालकों की रक्षक कहा जाता है। उनका मंदिर घाट के बिल्कुल ऊपर बना है। माताएं बच्चों की सेहत की कामना लेकर यहां पूजा करने आती हैं। अहिल्याबाई घाट के ठीक उत्तर में स्थित यह घाट दशाश्वमेध की चहल-पहल के करीब है, फिर भी इसकी सीढ़ियों पर कम भीड़ रहती है।
Best Time to Visit Shitala Ghat
Best time: Morning 6-9 AM is best; Shitala Ashtami brings the special crowds.
हिन्दी सुबह 6-9 बजे सबसे अच्छा; शीतला अष्टमी पर विशेष भीड़।
When to go: October to March; the Shitala Ashtamis of Chaitra and Phalguna bring worship.
हिन्दी अक्टूबर से मार्च; चैत्र और फाल्गुन की शीतला अष्टमी पर पूजा।
Things to Do at Shitala Ghat
English
- Take darshan of Shitala Mata
- Walk to the Dashashwamedh aarti
- Bathe at the ghat
हिन्दी
- शीतला माता के दर्शन करें
- दशाश्वमेध की आरती तक टहलें
- घाट पर स्नान करें
Highlights of Shitala Ghat
- The Shitala Mata temple
- Blessings asked for children
- Small, clean, peaceful steps
- शीतला माता का मंदिर
- बच्चों के लिए आशीर्वाद
- छोटी साफ शांत सीढ़ियां
Festivals & Rituals at Shitala Ghat
Shitala Saptami and Shitala Ashtami are marked here with a special worship by mothers.
हिन्दी शीतला सप्तमी और अष्टमी पर माताओं द्वारा विशेष पूजा की जाती है।
Did You Know?
The worship of Shitala Mata is tied to the custom of cool food — the meal is cooked a day ahead.
हिन्दी शीतला माता की पूजा ठंडा भोजन की परंपरा से जुड़ी है — अगले दिन का खाना पहले से बना रखा जाता है।
Nearby Ghats & Attractions
- Ahilyabai Ghat (200 m)
- Dashashwamedh Ghat (300 m)
- Kashi Vishwanath (700 m)
- Munshi Ghat (500 m)
- अहिल्याबाई घाट (200 मी)
- दशाश्वमेध घाट (300 मी)
- काशी विश्वनाथ (700 मी)
- मुंशी घाट (500 मी)
Frequently Asked Questions about Shitala Ghat
Where is Shitala Ghat located?
Shitala Ghat (शीतला घाट) is one of the ghats of Varanasi, on the western bank of the river Ganga at approximately 25.3068, 83.0104.
Why is Shitala Ghat famous?
The ghat of Shitala Mata, honoured as the goddess of fever and protector of children. Between Ahilyabai and Dashashwamedh, it stays alive through the day.
What is the best time to visit Shitala Ghat?
Morning 6-9 AM is best; Shitala Ashtami brings the special crowds. The best season is October to March; the Shitala Ashtamis of Chaitra and Phalguna bring worship..
What can I do at Shitala Ghat?
Take darshan of Shitala Mata; Walk to the Dashashwamedh aarti; Bathe at the ghat.
What is the history of Shitala Ghat?
Shitala Mata is the goddess of fever and the protector of children. Her temple stands right above the ghat. Mothers come here to pray for the health of their little ones. Just north of Ahilyabai Ghat, the ghat lies close to the bustle of Dashashwamedh, yet its steps stay less crowded.
Which festivals are celebrated at Shitala Ghat?
Shitala Saptami and Shitala Ashtami are marked here with a special worship by mothers.
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