Dasashvamedha Ghat

This ancient and busiest ghat affords a splendid view of the river front. Legends suggest that Lord Brahma, the creator performed the ten -horses sacrifice () at this site to pave way for Shiva’s return to Varanasi after a spell of banishment. The temple of , Brahmesvara, , , , and are nearby at the top of the ghat. These shrines are linked to several important pilgrimage journeys.

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