Evening Ganga Arti at the ghats

Every evening, the ghats of River Ganga at Har ki Paudi, resound with mantras that echo far and wide. Thousands of people make a beeline for the ghats to become a part of the Ganga Arti, a ritual that is hailed as one of the most fascinating religious ceremonies in the world. Numerous butter lamps and flowers come gliding down the water as sounds of conches, mantras and prayer bells fill the air. It is advisable to reach the ghats early in the evening to get a vantage point if you want to be able to witness the full grandeur of the spectacle. This is an essential experience for those with a love for photography.