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Namo Ghat (Khidkiya Ghat) is Varanasi’s newest, most modern, and fully accessible riverfront. Famous for the towering Namaste sculptures, it represents the seamless blending of ancient spiritualism and modern infrastructure.
Previously known as Khidkiya Ghat, this northernmost end of the riverfront underwent a massive, multi-million dollar transformation as part of the Smart City mission. Renamed Namo Ghat, it officially opened to the public in recent years and acts as the new gold standard for riverfront development in India.
The defining feature of this ghat is the trio of massive Namaste (folded hands) sculptures, standing 25 feet, 15 feet, and 10 feet tall. These sculptures signify Varanasi welcoming the sun, the River Ganga, and the millions of tourists who visit daily.
Namo Ghat is uniquely distinct from the 83 older, stone-stepped ghats like Dashashwamedh or Assi.
• It is 100% Accessible: The entire expanse of Namo Ghat features ramps. This makes it the ONLY major ghat in Varanasi fully accessible for elderly visitors, wheelchairs, and strollers.
• Modern Amenities: Instead of narrow galis, it features sprawling green parks, organized food courts, clean modern restrooms, open-air theaters, and extensive CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) filling stations for the green-boat initiative.
• Heliport & Hot Air Balloons: During festivals, Namo Ghat serves as the launchpad for helicopter joyrides and the annual Varanasi Hot Air Balloon festival.
Because Namo Ghat is situated at the absolute northern edge of the city (near the Rajghat bridge), it is physically the easiest ghat to reach by car. You do not have to battle the intense internal traffic of Godowlia.
Book an SUV or Sedan: You can book our Innova or Ertiga cabs to drive your family directly to the massive parking lot of Namo Ghat. It is highly recommended to start your boat tour from here, sailing down to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor and returning, totally avoiding traffic.
For outstation clients arriving via the Varanasi-Ghazipur highway, this is the first majestic sight of the Ganges. explore Shubh Travel services to arrange your seamless arrival and drop-offs.
As per official Varanasi tourism data and heritage guidelines, verifying timings of ancient ghats and temples ensures a flawless trip. You can explore more at the Kashi Govt Website.
Need reliable assistance reaching these historic places? You can effortlessly check our local travel services for safe, comfortable transport instead of worrying about the traffic.
Yes, absolutely. Namo Ghat was specifically designed with universal accessibility in mind, featuring smooth ramps that go all the way down to the river and boat boarding platforms.
Yes, Namo Ghat acts as a major terminal for the new eco-friendly CNG boats. You can hire a boat here and sail down the river to view all the remaining 83 historic ghats.
Traveling with elderly family? Let us drive you directly to Namo Ghat for a comfortable, stress-free Kashi experience.
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