Dawn in Banaras,
Continuity with tradition
When the sun rises at Asi Ghat, the air fills with chants, conch, music, and yoga. Subah-e-Banaras is the morning soul of the city.
A morning that stays with you
Witness classical music, dance, and recitals by talented artists who carry forward Banaras’ living traditions.
Morning by the Ganga
Begin your day with soulful music and the rising sun over the river. A serene experience that awakens both heart and mind.
Cultural Performances
Witness classical music, dance, and recitals by talented artists who carry forward Banaras’ living traditions.
Yoga & Meditation
Practices to balance body and mind, shaping both the physical and metaphysical self.
Daily Schedule
Morning Session (Subah-e-Banaras)
- Morning Vedic Enchanting
Begin the day with sacred mantras and an ethnic welcome to the rising sun.
- Morning Aarti with Vedic Hymns
Experience a soulful aarti performed with devotion, guided by ancient hymns.
- Vedic Yagya
A ritual of purification dedicated to inner peace and harmony for the world.
- Music
Classical and semi-classical performances by renowned artists.
- Yoga
Practices to balance body and mind, shaping both the physical and metaphysical self.
Evening Session (Ghat Sandhya)
- Classical Dance & Light Music
Renowned artists perform classical dance, flute, sitar, tabla, and traditional dance.
Celestial Experience at the Ghat
Immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere of Varanasi's most sacred rituals
Aarti at Assi Ghat
Sacred evening prayers by the holy Ganges
Ghat at Sunrise
Witness the magical dawn over the ancient steps
Vedic Chanting
Ancient mantras echoing through morning mist
Morning Aarti Ceremony
Divine rituals welcoming the new day
Holy Yagya
Sacred fire ceremony for peace and prosperity
Classical Music Performance
Soulful melodies of traditional Indian music
Visitor's Views
"It was a thrilling experience to witness the sunrise amidst chanting from the Rigveda..."
"A wonderful experience of Subah-e-Banaras with chanting by young girls. Truly spiritual."
"I wish I could do this daily."
"A most unforgettable experience... My congratulations to the organisers for bringing alive the timeless culture of India."
"An excellent program, very well organised by the Subah-e-Banaras team."
"Amazingly beautiful & spiritual."