The Ganga Aarti at Varanasi.

Ganga Aarti is a Hindu religious ritual that takes place on the banks of the river Ganges (or Ganga) at Varanasi. It is performed every day in the morning and evening by a group of priests or pandits, who chant hymns and light lamps (diyas) that are floated on the river.

The ritual is considered a form of worship to the river Ganges, which is considered sacred by Hindus. It is believed that taking a dip in the river or being in its presence during the Aarti can cleanse one's sins and bring spiritual purification.

The Ganga Aarti at Varanasi is particularly famous, where the ritual is performed on the Dashashwamedh Ghat, which is one of the oldest and most prominent ghats in the city. Thousands of devotees and tourists gather to witness the Aarti, which is accompanied by the sound of bells, cymbals, and other musical instruments.