Flame of faith and rhythmic chants create a spiritual ambience
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Babughat or Baje Kadamtala Ghat in Kolkata witnesses a serene ritual every evening.
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Rhythmic chants and flickering lamps transform the Hooghly riverfront into a spiritual spectacle.
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Conchshells are blown as priests perform Varanasi-style aarti. The fragrance of incense fills the air.
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Cruises are available for visitors to witness the ceremony from the water.
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The Ganga Aarti is held from 5.30pm to 6.30pm in winter and 6pm to 7pm in summer.
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Ramkrishnapur Ghat in Howrah also hosts the aarti, creating a twin celebration.
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The ceremony across the river is held from 7/7.30pm depending on the season.
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Flame of faith and rhythmic chants create a spiritual ambience
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Ganga aarti at Babughat in Varanasi-like ceremony
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