However, in Varanasi, the ancient city known for its spiritual and mystical traditions, Holi is played in a rather unusual and eerie way at the famous Manikarnika and Harishchandra Ghats.

To escape the crowd, it is suggested to visit during the early hours of the day. 5. Manikarnika Ghat (During Off-Hours): A Different Kind of Quiet Many people do not know this, but Manikarnika ...

Devotees and Naga Sadhus celebrated the unique tradition of playing Holi with funeral ashes amid burning pyres at the Manikarnika Ghat here on Tuesday. Gulshan Kapoor, the organiser of the 'Chita ...

During this, Manikarnika Ghat resounds with the chants of 'Har ... and Holi with bonfire ashes serves as a reminder of the eternal cycle of birth and death. Furthermore, it is thought that the ...