Situated between Mansarovar and Raja Ghat, Narad Ghat is known for its quirky myths. It was previously known as ‘Kuvai Ghat’. Constructed by a Monastery chief Dattatreya Swami in 1788, this ghat is named after Devarshi Narad. It is believed that Narad emerged from Brahma’s forehead and is considered as his son. He practiced life-long celibacy and dedicated his life to self-culture. He is also popularly known as the messenger of all the loks.

Interestingly, there are two contrasting myths about this ghat. First, married couples are not suggested to bathe here because the consequences might include major issues in their marital life. Probably because Narad was a Brahmachari(celibate), another contradictory belief by some people is that they see it as a place to end toxic relationships or marriages. These trivial weird practices make Varanasi so interesting that how can one not be compelled to visit here at least once.

Nearby Ghats:

• Mansarovar ghat
• Raja Ghat
• Kedar ghat

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Hrisha Rashmi

Writer – Varanasi Guru

An aspiring feature writer and a final year literature student of Banaras Hindu University. Learning new things keeps me sane and I'm obsessed with dogs because my sister is scared of them.

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