About
The Kashi Archan Foundation is dedicated to facilitating and enriching the spiritual experiences of devotees visiting Varanasi, one of the oldest and holiest cities in India. The foundation specifically focuses on providing opportunities for devotees to participate in and witness the renowned Ganga Aarti ceremony, a sacred ritual conducted on the banks of the river Ganges.
The Ganga Aarti ceremony is a revered tradition in Varanasi, where priests perform elaborate rituals to worship and honor the river Ganges, believed to be the embodiment of the goddess Ganga. The ceremony typically takes place during twilight, with priests offering prayers, chanting mantras, and performing symbolic gestures while facing the river. Devotees gather on the ghats (riverfront steps) to witness the ceremony, which is accompanied by the melodious sounds of devotional songs and the mesmerizing glow of oil lamps.
The Kashi Archan Foundation offers devotees the opportunity to not only observe but also actively participate in the Ganga Aarti ceremony. Through their programs, devotees can perform rituals such as the sacred Ganga Abhishek, where they offer water from the Ganges to the river while reciting prayers. Additionally, participants are provided with VIP seating to watch the full performance of the Ganga Aarti conducted by the main priests. By facilitating participation in the Ganga Aarti ceremony, the Kashi Archan Foundation aims to deepen devotees' spiritual connections, foster reverence for the sacred river Ganges, and promote cultural understanding and appreciation.
Through their initiatives, the foundation seeks to create meaningful and transformative experiences for visitors to Varanasi, allowing them to immerse themselves in the city's rich spiritual heritage and traditions.
Ganga Aarti Benefits
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Ganga Abhishek Puja
Before the start of the Ganga Aarti, devotees will participate in the auspicious Ganga Abhishek Puja in their name and Gotra.
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Perfrom Ganga Aarti
After the Abhishek Puja, participants will also perform the Ganga Aarti with the help of 5 learned Brahmins of Kashi.
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VIP Seating
The Participants shall be given VIP Seating in the first row to sit and comfortably enjoy the visuals of the Ganga Aarti.
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Ganga Aarti Prasad
Ganga Aarti Prashad and mementos will also be given to all ticket holders.
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Group Volunteer
A volunteer will also be provided to the participants who will be there to assist them from the start to the end of the Ganga Aarti.
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Local Tour
The Devotees are also facilitated with Local Tour and Temple Darshan.