Scindia Ghat

Scindia Ghat is a historic riverfront ghat on the northern stretch of the Ganges in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, adjacent to Manikarnika Ghat. Built in 1830 by Maharaja Daulat Rao Scindia of Gwalior, it is noted for its partially submerged, tilted Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple. The ghat is used for ritual bathing, prayers and sightseeing, and is a prominent stop on boat tours along Varanasi's ghats, reflecting the city's religious and architectural heritage.

Visitors can expect a stone-stepped ghat on the Ganges with views of the river, boats and adjacent ghats. The main feature is the partially submerged and leaning Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple (Shiva Temple) in the water near the steps. The ghat is relatively quiet compared to central ghats, with pilgrims bathing, priests performing rituals, and boats passing along the riverfront. Access is via narrow lanes and steep steps leading down to the water.

Scindia Ghat was constructed in 1830 by Maharaja Daulat Rao Scindia of Gwalior. The ghat and its Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple are noted for structural subsidence; the temple tilted and became partially submerged after the ghat collapsed and was later reconstructed. It represents Maratha patronage in Varanasi during the early 19th century.

The ghat is a Hindu religious site on the Ganges used for ritual bathing, prayers and offerings to Lord Shiva. The leaning Ratneshwar Mahadev Temple is dedicated to Shiva and is culturally significant as an iconic, photographed landmark of Varanasi's sacred riverfront, located beside the Manikarnika cremation ghat.