Varanasi — the eternal city of Lord Shiva — is one of the three most sacred destinations in India for Asthi Visarjan. Immersing ashes in the Ganga at Kashi is believed to grant direct liberation (moksha) to the departing soul, as the city itself is said to be Shiva's abode and a gateway to the afterlife. Asthi Visarjan in Varanasi is performed at Harishchandra Ghat and Manikarnika Ghat — the two principal cremation ghats — with the complete Vedic ritual of tarpan, Pind Daan, and Ganga aarti. This section covers who should perform Asthi Visarjan at Varanasi, the correct timing, the ritual steps, and how to book a qualified pandit. Prayag Pandits coordinates complete Asthi Visarjan packages in Varanasi including puja, boat, and accommodation.
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