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Prayag
Ghat,
located
in
Varanasi,
holds
historical
and
religious
significance
for
visitors.
It
beautifully
replicates
the
essence
of
Prayaga,
also
known
as
Allahabad,
which
is
renowned
as
the
"Tirtharaja"
due
to
its
position
at
the
confluence
of
the
Ganga,
Yamuna,
and
invisible
Sarasvati
rivers.
The
rituals
and
sacred
baths
performed
at
Prayag
Ghat
are
believed
to
bestow
the
same
spiritual
benefits
as
those
at
Prayaga
itself.
Although
the
name
"Prayag
Ghat"
is
prominently
displayed
on
the
temple
situated
between
the
two
branches
of
Dasasvamedha,
it
is
not
commonly
used
by
the
locals.
In
fact,
the
temple
itself
is
defunct
and
serves
only
as
a
storage
place
for
boatmen's
equipment.
However,
despite
the
temple's
condition,
the
ghat
remains
a
significant
spot
for
devotees
and
visitors
alike.
The
reconstruction
of
the
temple
and
the
ghat
was
undertaken
by
the
queen
of
the
Digpatia
kingdom.
During
the
entire
month
of
Magha,
devotees
flock
to
Prayag
Ghat
to
take
ritual
baths.
Being
situated
just
south
of
and
adjacent
to
Dasaswamedh
Ghat,
which
is
considered
the
most
important
section
of
ghats
in
Varanasi,
Prayag
Ghat
witnesses
a
constant
overflow
of
people,
especially
during
the
daily
early
morning
and
evening
pujas.
The
bustling
atmosphere
of
Prayag
Ghat
adds
to
its
charm
and
vibrancy.
Pilgrims
and
tourists
can
immerse
themselves
in
the
sacred
aura
while
witnessing
the
rituals
and
ceremonies
performed
by
priests
and
devotees.
The
ghat
provides
a
unique
opportunity
to
experience
the
religious
fervor
and
cultural
heritage
of
Varanasi.
It
is
a
place
where
one
can
feel
a
deep
connection
with
spirituality
and
appreciate
the
cultural
tapestry
of
India.
