Dev Deepawali in Kashi
Dev Deepawali — the Diwali of the Gods on Kartik Purnima — is Kashi's grandest night, when every ghat from Assi to Raj Ghat is lit with lakhs of earthen diyas and the Ganga itself seems to glow.
When
Kartik Purnima, the full moon of Kartik (usually November, about 15 days after Diwali). Confirm the exact date on this year panchang.
What happens
Over a million diyas light the ghat steps at dusk, with a grand Ganga Aarti, light shows and floating lamps. It also marks Kartik Purnima and Guru Nanak Jayanti.
Best places to watch
- 📍 Dashashwamedh Ghat
The main, grandest aarti.
- 📍 Assi Ghat
Calmer, with a fine view.
- 📍 A boat on the Ganga
The best view of all the lit ghats — book days ahead.
Plan ahead
- Book boats and hotels weeks in advance — both sell out.
- Reach the ghats by late afternoon for a spot.
- Expect huge crowds and old-city road closures — keep children close.
Prices are indicative and for guidance — agree the fare before you begin.