The renovated ‘Khidkiya ghat’, popularly known as ‘Namo ghat’ because of three large sculptures in the form of hands folded in ‘namaste’, is a major tourist destination in Varanasi. The ghat is in sync with modernity while maintaining the traditional ethos. A trip to Varanasi and spending time in the spiritual haven at Namo Ghat is all that you need to relax. The rich cultural heritage of Varanasi is a delight that you can witness only in person. My Ghat walk from Assi to Namo Ghat in Varanasi. Varanasi, also known as Benares or Kashi, is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. It is a spiritual and cultural hub of India, and attracts visitors from all over the world. One of the most popular activities for tourists in Varanasi is taking a ghat walk along the banks of the Ganges river. In this blog, I will take you on a journey of my own Varanasi ghat walk and share my experiences. Ghats are a series of steps ... 14 steps of the Ganga Dwar at the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple now lie submerged, and sculptures at the newly built Namo Ghat are underwater A view of partially submerged helipad as the water ...