November 24, 2026

Dev Deepawali 2026

Witness the Gods descend to Earth. Millions of diyas lighting the Ghats of Varanasi in a celestial spectacle.

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November 24, 2026

The full moon night of Kartik Purnima will illuminate Kashi. Plan your journey for the most auspicious day of the year.

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The Spirit of Kashi

Where Spirituality Meets Eternity

Varanasi is not just a city; it's an experience. In 2026, Dev Deepawali invites you to witness the ghats coming alive with infinite light. Our curated tours ensure you don't just see Varanasi, but feel its ancient pulse.

From the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti to the hidden lanes of the old city, we handle every detail of your spiritual journey so you can focus on the divine.

Guest Diaries
Memories We Created

Real travelers, real smiles. Join our growing family of happy guests who have experienced the magic of Kashi with us.

Chloe Martin

"One of the most beautiful evenings of our trip. The glowing lamps and festive atmosphere made the experience truly special."

Chloe Martin
Paris
Isabella Rossi

"Such a beautiful evening by the river. Lighting the lamps and watching the steps glow with thousands of lights was truly magical. A memorable cultural experience."

Isabella Rossi
Milan
Matteo Ricci

"Such a peaceful and beautiful evening by the river. The rows of lamps created a stunning view. Definitely one of the highlights of our visit."

Matteo Ricci
Rome
Nathan Brooks

"The lamp lighting ceremony created such a magical atmosphere. Everything was well managed and the view of the illuminated steps was stunning."

Nathan Brooks
Toronto
Daniel Hughes

"Truly a special experience. The atmosphere was calm, spiritual and beautifully arranged. Watching the lamps along the river was breathtaking."

Daniel Hughes
Dublin
Lucas Schneider

"The evening celebration was magical. Lighting lamps along the ghats while seeing the entire place illuminated created a very special and unforgettable moment."

Lucas Schneider
Munich
Margaret Collins

": Lighting the lamps by the river was a beautiful and peaceful experience. Everything was well arranged and the atmosphere was magical. A truly unforgettable cultural moment during our visit."

Margaret Collins
London
Julia

"“The night when the ghats glow with a million lamps was absolutely magical, a memory I’ll always cherish.”"

Julia
Bristol - United Kingdome
Danish envoy

"“Incredible experience watching the Ganga Aarti and fireworks, but be ready for big crowds!”"

Danish envoy
Italy
Keita Kazuyo

"“Such a tremendous impression seeing all these lights during Dev Deepawali — an unforgettable cultural experience.”"

Keita Kazuyo
Narita - Japan
Freddy Thomas

"“It was fantastic being here where light is bringing hope to all of us — we truly enjoyed Dev Deepawali.”"

Freddy Thomas
Denmark
Kazuyo Kobashi

"“So much colour and joy. I felt very safe and welcomed, Devdeepawali boat views of the festival and the aarti was the most magical part.""

Kazuyo Kobashi
Oska - Japan
Kausei Takimoto

"“The ghats glowing with millions of diyas was breathtaking — a truly unforgettable sight!”"

Kausei Takimoto
Tokyo - Japan
Shweta Gupta

"I sincerely appreciate the efforts and excellent service provided by Hospes India. The team was professional, reliable, and attentive throughout our journey. With Hospes India by our side, we can now travel with complete peace of mind."

Shweta Gupta
New Delhi
Dennis

"Dev Deepawali in Varanasi was elegant and breathtaking. Hospes India delivered a seamless, premium experience with perfect timing and comfort. Truly a world-class cultural evening."

Dennis
United Kingdome
Vishal Pandey

"One of the best morning Heritage Walks in Varanasi on the occasion of Dev Deepawali. We understood why Varanasi mornings are famous worldwide. Our guide shared deep insights and beautiful stories about Kashi’s temples and ghats, making the walk truly memorable."

Vishal Pandey
New Delhi
Hiroki Watanabe

"Dev Deepawali in Varanasi was very beautiful and peaceful. The tour was well arranged by Hospes India, and our guide Ankit, was kind and informative. Thank you very much for this memorable experience."

Hiroki Watanabe
Osaka - Japan
Chloe Martin

"One of the most beautiful evenings of our trip. The glowing lamps and festive atmosphere made the experience truly special."

Chloe Martin
Paris
Isabella Rossi

"Such a beautiful evening by the river. Lighting the lamps and watching the steps glow with thousands of lights was truly magical. A memorable cultural experience."

Isabella Rossi
Milan
Matteo Ricci

"Such a peaceful and beautiful evening by the river. The rows of lamps created a stunning view. Definitely one of the highlights of our visit."

Matteo Ricci
Rome
Nathan Brooks

"The lamp lighting ceremony created such a magical atmosphere. Everything was well managed and the view of the illuminated steps was stunning."

Nathan Brooks
Toronto
Daniel Hughes

"Truly a special experience. The atmosphere was calm, spiritual and beautifully arranged. Watching the lamps along the river was breathtaking."

Daniel Hughes
Dublin
Lucas Schneider

"The evening celebration was magical. Lighting lamps along the ghats while seeing the entire place illuminated created a very special and unforgettable moment."

Lucas Schneider
Munich
Margaret Collins

": Lighting the lamps by the river was a beautiful and peaceful experience. Everything was well arranged and the atmosphere was magical. A truly unforgettable cultural moment during our visit."

Margaret Collins
London
Julia

"“The night when the ghats glow with a million lamps was absolutely magical, a memory I’ll always cherish.”"

Julia
Bristol - United Kingdome
Danish envoy

"“Incredible experience watching the Ganga Aarti and fireworks, but be ready for big crowds!”"

Danish envoy
Italy
Keita Kazuyo

"“Such a tremendous impression seeing all these lights during Dev Deepawali — an unforgettable cultural experience.”"

Keita Kazuyo
Narita - Japan
Freddy Thomas

"“It was fantastic being here where light is bringing hope to all of us — we truly enjoyed Dev Deepawali.”"

Freddy Thomas
Denmark
Kazuyo Kobashi

"“So much colour and joy. I felt very safe and welcomed, Devdeepawali boat views of the festival and the aarti was the most magical part.""

Kazuyo Kobashi
Oska - Japan
Kausei Takimoto

"“The ghats glowing with millions of diyas was breathtaking — a truly unforgettable sight!”"

Kausei Takimoto
Tokyo - Japan
Shweta Gupta

"I sincerely appreciate the efforts and excellent service provided by Hospes India. The team was professional, reliable, and attentive throughout our journey. With Hospes India by our side, we can now travel with complete peace of mind."

Shweta Gupta
New Delhi
Dennis

"Dev Deepawali in Varanasi was elegant and breathtaking. Hospes India delivered a seamless, premium experience with perfect timing and comfort. Truly a world-class cultural evening."

Dennis
United Kingdome
Vishal Pandey

"One of the best morning Heritage Walks in Varanasi on the occasion of Dev Deepawali. We understood why Varanasi mornings are famous worldwide. Our guide shared deep insights and beautiful stories about Kashi’s temples and ghats, making the walk truly memorable."

Vishal Pandey
New Delhi
Hiroki Watanabe

"Dev Deepawali in Varanasi was very beautiful and peaceful. The tour was well arranged by Hospes India, and our guide Ankit, was kind and informative. Thank you very much for this memorable experience."

Hiroki Watanabe
Osaka - Japan

Experience the Magic

Watch glimpses of the divine journey that awaits you.

Dev Deepawali Glimps

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When Kashi Glows

Dev Deepwali

Explore the Eternal City

Discover the hidden gems of Varanasi during your visit

Evening Ganga Aarti

Evening Ganga Aarti

Ghats of Varanasi

Beautiful evening, Ganga Aarti, which you can enjoy from Multiple locations like Namo Ghat, Assi Ghat, Rajendraprasad Ghat, and Dashaswamedh Ghat.

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple

Sarnath Buddhist Temple

Sarnath – Varanasi

Away from the ghats and chants of Kashi lies Sarnath, a place where the Buddha’s first words reshaped human thought. Among ancient stupas and quiet monasteries, time slows, inviting reflection and peace.

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Kashi Vishwanath Temple - Lahori Tola - Varanasi

Kashi Vishwanath is not just a temple, it is the living soul of Kashi, where Shiva eternally resides.

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Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple - Lanka, Varanasi

Sankat Mochan is where faith meets hope—Varanasi’s sacred refuge for troubled hearts.

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Kaal Bhairav Temple

Kaal Bhairav Temple

Golghar, Bhaironath, Ghasi Tola - Varanasi

Kaal Bhairav Temple: where devotion meets protection, and centuries of faith guard the city of Varanasi.

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Durga Kund Temple

Durga Kund Temple

Durga Kund - Varanasi

Durga Kund Temple is the red heart of devotion in Varanasi, where faith meets power and protection.

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Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir

Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir

Durgakund Rd - Varanasi

Tulsi Manas Mandir is where the Ramcharitmanas comes alive—faith, literature, and devotion carved in marble

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New Vishwanath Temple (BHU)

New Vishwanath Temple (BHU)

VT BHU - Varanasi

Vishwanath Temple BHU combines devotion and tranquility in the heart of Varanasi’s historic university campus.

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Assi Ghat

Assi Ghat

Nagwa Rd, Assi Ghat - Varanasi

Assi Ghat is the heart of southern Varanasi mornings—yoga, prayers, and the Ganga flowing timelessly.

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Panch Ganga Ghat

Panch Ganga Ghat

Sonarpura Rd, Ghats of Varansi, Domari - Varanasi

Panch Ganga Ghat is where rivers, knowledge, and devotion quietly converge in timeless Kashi.

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Manikarnika Ghat

Manikarnika Ghat

Lahori Tola - Varanasi

Manikarnika Ghat is where life ends, and liberation begins, Kashi’s eternal flame of moksha.

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Kedar Ghat Varanasi

Kedar Ghat Varanasi

Bagadha, Near Gauri Kedareshwar Ln - Varanasi

Kedar Ghat is where Shiva’s presence meets the quiet rhythm of the Ganga.

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Shree Gauri Kedareshwar Temple

Shree Gauri Kedareshwar Temple

Bagadha, Near, Gauri Kedareshwar Ln - Varanasi

Shree Gauri Kedareshwar Mandir is where Himalayan faith meets the eternal river, Shiva and Shakti united in Kashi.

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Harishchandra Ghat Varanasi

Harishchandra Ghat Varanasi

Sonarpura Crossing, Bhelpur, Varanasi

Harishchandra Ghat is an ancient cremation ghat in Varanasi, symbolizing liberation through death.

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Guest Experiences

Hear from travelers who have witnessed the divine magic with us.

"The Dev Deepawali boat ride was absolutely the most magical experience of my life. Seeing the ghats lit up with millions of diyas from the river is a sight I will never forget."

Aarav Patel
Aarav Patel

Mumbai, India

"Team was flawless. From the hotel pickup to the VIP boat seating, everything was handled perfectly. The laser show at Chet Singh Ghat was a surprise highlight!"

Sarah Thompson
Sarah Thompson

London, UK

"We booked the 2-day package and it was worth every penny. The guided temple tour was very informative and the evening cruise was romantic and spiritual."

Rajesh & Meera
Rajesh & Meera

New Delhi, India

Senior Citizens in Varanasi
Special Feature

A Divine Journey for Our Elders

We believe that age should never be a barrier to spirituality. Our Senior Citizen Experience is thoughtfully designed with comfort, safety, and a slower pace in mind.

  • Comfortable, cushioned seating on private boats.
  • Wheelchair assistance & dedicated support staff.
  • Relaxed itineraries with minimal walking.

Plan Your Divine Journey for 2026

Bookings are open now. Secure your spot for the most sought-after spiritual event of the decade.