Saryu Ghat is the specific section of the riverbank dedicated to the worship of the river itself. In Ayodhya, the Saryu is not just water; she is a Goddess, older than the Ganga in local lore, and the silent witness to the rise and fall of the Solar Dynasty.
Every evening, roughly around sunset, the Saryu Aarti takes place here. While smaller than the Ganga Aarti in Varanasi, it is arguably more intimate and soulful. Priests hold multi-tiered brass lamps, and the chanting of "Saryu Maiya Ki Jai" reverberates across the water. Devotees float small leaf-bowls with camphor lamps and flowers into the current, creating a glittering trail on the dark water.
The ghat is clean and well-maintained. It is considered auspicious to start one's pilgrimage with a dip here before visiting the Hanuman Garhi or Ram Mandir.
A series of ghats on the riverfront, famous for its spectacular renovation and the Guinness World Record-breaking Deepotsav festivals.
The sacred site where Lord Rama is believed to have taken 'Jal Samadhi' (left his physical body) to return to his celestial abode, Vaikuntha.
The bustling entry point to the Saryu riverfront, featuring beautiful parks and the statue of Lord Rama. A hub for boat rides and evening leisure.
