The Cremation Ghats at Arya Ghat

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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Dec–Mar
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