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Dasaswamedh Ghat is one of the most important Ghats of Varanasi. It is located close to Vishwanath Temple, and is probably the most spectacular ghat. Dasaswamedh literally means the Ghat (river front) of ten sacrificed horses. According to legends ten horses were sacrificed by Lord Brahma to allow Lord Shiva to return from a period of banishment. According to another legend Lord Brahma created it to welcome Lord Shiva. It is one of the oldest Ghats of Varanasi. Dasaswamedh can be safely adjudged as the most popular and easily accessible Ghat of Varanasi. A group of priests daily in the evening at this ghat perform “Agni Pooja” (Worship to Fire) wherein a dedication is made to Lord Shiva, River Ganga, Surya (Sun), Agni (Fire), and the whole universe. Dasaswamedh provides a beautiful and colorful riverfront view. A large number of Sadhus can be seen performing religious rites on this Ghat. Devotees must not miss the opportunity of visiting the Dasaswamedh Ghat in the evening when after Aarti, thousands of earthen lamps are immersed in the waters of the holy Ganges and the floating lamps gives a divine look to the river at dusk. It is very easy to locate this Ghat because of its typical environment that consists of rows of pandas sitting on wooden platforms under bamboo umbrellas. Photos of Dasaswamedh Ghat:

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