अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
Why is this landing called Khirki Ghat?
The Hindi word 'Khirki' means 'window' or 'postern gate'. The ghat was named after an ancient arched opening in the fortified sandstone city ramparts through which pilgrims passed to reach the cremation grounds of Manikarnika.
Who rebuilt Khirki Ghat in stone?
Khirki Ghat was reconstructed in solid Chunar sandstone in 1940 CE by the philanthropic industrialist Baldeo Das Birla, who also built an adjacent pilgrim dharamshala.
What sacred memorials are located at Khirki Ghat?
The upper terrace of Khirki Ghat houses five small samadhi shrines (memorials) of respected Dasanami and Vaishnava ascetics who attained Mahasamadhi on this riverbank.
What is the walking distance between Khirki Ghat and Dashashwamedh Ghat?
Khirki Ghat is located approximately 580 meters north of Dashashwamedh Ghat (a 7-minute walk along the stone river steps).
What surrounding ghats are adjacent to Khirki Ghat?
Khirki Ghat sits immediately north of Jalashayi Ghat and directly south of Manikarnika Ghat.