About Dr. Rajendra Prasad Ghat
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Ghat is a historic riverfront ghat on the Ganges in central Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, located immediately north of Dashashwamedh Ghat. Part of Varanasi's 84 ghats, it is named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the first President of India. The ghat features stone steps leading to the river, open platforms for bathing and rituals, and views of the Ganges and adjoining ghats, attracting visitors for sightseeing, boating and cultural observation.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a wide stone-stepped riverfront descending to the Ganges with open platforms used for bathing, prayer and sightseeing. The ghat offers uninterrupted views of the river, boats, and the continuous stretch of Varanasi ghats. The setting is open and exposed with no enclosed structures. Visitors can walk along the steps, observe daily rituals, take photographs, and board boats from the water's edge. The area is most active at sunrise and sunset and is connected by foot to neighboring ghats.
Key highlights
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Stone steps and platforms leading directly to the Ganges
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Part of Varanasi's historic 84 ghats riverfront
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Immediate proximity to Dashashwamedh Ghat and Ganga Aarti venue
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Panoramic views of the Ganges and adjacent ghats
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Boating access for river sightseeing