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Scindia Ghat in Varanasi is significant for its historical and religious importance, particularly for its association with the Scindia family. It’s more famously known for its half-sunken Shiva temple or the Ratneshwar Mahadev temple also called the Kashi Karvat, which leans gently into the Ganga. Locals believe the temple began sinking soon after its construction, claimed by the river’s embrace.

Not far from here is the Yamadharmeshwar Temple, where Lord Yama, the god of death and justice, presides with solemn grace. This temple reminds visitors of life’s fragile balance and the promise of dharma, or righteous living.

This ghat was reconstructed by Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore in 1780. It has been repaired and remodelled several times. The ancient name of this ghat was Vadeshwar ghat, and was established in 1835 by Rani Baijabai Scindia, the queen of Gwalior. It serves as a stronghold for ascetics from various sects including Shaiv, Vaishnav, Kabir, Nanak, and Dadu. Around this ghat are located their small ashrams and congregational places.