
Cemeteries & tombs
The Cremation Ghats at Arya Ghat
Kathmandu, Nepal
At Arya Ghat in Kathmandu, the sacred Bagmati River witnesses centuries-old Hindu cremation rituals. The pervasive scent of incense and rhythmic prayers create a deeply spiritual atmosphere.
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- Best months
- Dec–Mar
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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