Worship of Lord Vishnu, the preserver, often with Vishnu Sahasranama path, commonly performed on Ekadashi, Thursdays and Purnima.
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Panchganga Ghat · Varanasi
Shiv Puja in Panchganga Ghat
A devotional puja of Lord Shiva with jal abhishek, bel patra and Panchakshari mantra, simple, meaningful and suited to Mondays, Sawan and Pradosh. Book an experienced Pandit for your home or venue in Panchganga Ghat, Varanasi.
Panchganga Ghat, Varanasi 1 to 1.5 hours At your home or venue Online also available
Overview
Shiv Puja for families in Panchganga Ghat
Shiv Puja is the traditional worship of Lord Shiva in a simpler, accessible form. It usually includes Ganesh puja, jal or milk abhishek of the Shivling, offering of bel patra, dhatura and white flowers, chanting of Om Namah Shivaya and Shiva stotras, and aarti. It can be performed with or without Mata Parvati and the Shiva parivar.
Panchganga Ghat lies on the northern part of Varanasi's riverfront. Its name is traditionally explained as the meeting place of five rivers, and it is one of the ghats pilgrims have long visited for a holy dip in Kashi.
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्।
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात्॥
Oṁ tryambakaṁ yajāmahe sugandhiṁ puṣṭivardhanam, urvārukam iva bandhanān mṛtyor mukṣīya mā'mṛtāt.
Planning your puja in Panchganga Ghat
The ghat is reached on foot through old city lanes; vehicles stop well short of it.
Steps are steep and can be slippery, so plan carefully for elderly relatives.
Kartik mornings are busy with devotees taking snan.
Boats from the central ghats are another way to reach this stretch of the river.
Water levels rise in the monsoon and the lower steps may be under water.
How it is performed
- 1Sankalp
- 2Ganesh puja
- 3Jal and milk abhishek
- 4Offerings
- 5Stotra path
- 6Aarti and prasad
What's included
- Experienced Pandit for the ritual
- Sankalp in your family's name and gotra
- Guidance on samagri and preparation
- Vidhi as per tradition
Samagri
- Shivling or picture of Shiva Parvati
- Gangajal
- Raw milk
- Bel patra
- Dhatura and white flowers
- Chandan and bhasma
- Akshat (unbroken rice)
- Janeu and mauli
- Supari and paan leaves
- Ghee diya and camphor
- Incense sticks
- Fruits and sweets for bhog
Samagri can be arranged on request for delivery in Panchganga Ghat.
Shiv Puja in Panchganga Ghat: FAQs
Can a Pandit come to my home in Panchganga Ghat for Shiv Puja?
Yes. Share your location in Panchganga Ghat, your preferred date and your family's tradition on WhatsApp. We confirm a Pandit who can come to your home, apartment or venue in and around Panchganga Ghat, Varanasi, along with timing and pricing before you book.
How far in advance should I book Shiv Puja in Panchganga Ghat?
For popular muhurat dates and festival seasons, it helps to enquire a week or two ahead where possible. For other dates, shorter notice is often manageable, we confirm availability on WhatsApp.
How much does Shiv Puja cost in Varanasi?
The cost depends on the vidhi, the number of Pandits, samagri and travel within Varanasi. We share a clear quote on WhatsApp after understanding your requirements, before you confirm anything.
How much does a Shiv Puja cost?
It depends on the vidhi, whether stotra path or katha is included, samagri and location. Share your details on WhatsApp for a quote.
How is Shiv Puja different from Rudrabhishek?
Shiv Puja is a simpler worship with abhishek, offerings and stotras. Rudrabhishek centres on chanting the Rudri or Sri Rudram during an elaborate abhishek and usually takes longer.
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