Burning Ghat Collection

Burning Ghat on the banks of the River Ganges, Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia

The Burning Ghat, Benares (b / w photo)
2810914 The Burning Ghat, Benares (b/w photo) by English photographer, (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning Ghat, Benares)

Vishnu Pud and Other Temples, Benares (sepia photo)
STC106459 Vishnu Pud and Other Temples, Benares (sepia photo) by Bourne, Samuel (1834-1912); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

India: The Burning Ghat, Calcutta (engraving)
6007432 India: The Burning Ghat, Calcutta (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Burning Ghat, Calcutta)

Bengal, India (engraving)
6003635 Bengal, India (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bengal, India. Illustration for The Childrens Friend (1890).); © Look and Learn

Benares Burning Ghat Samuel Bourne English 1834
Benares; The Burning Ghat; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Benares, India, Asia; 1865-1866; Albumen silver print

Benares Vishnu Pud Temples Burning Ghat Samuel Bourne
Benares; Vishnu Pud and Other Temples near the Burning Ghat; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Benares, India, Asia; 1865-1866; Albumen silver print

Burning Ghat Benares Samuel Bourne English 1834
The Burning Ghat, Benares; Samuel Bourne (English, 1834 - 1912); Varanasi, India; 1866; Albumen silver print

Burning Ghat Chandanagore French Settlement Hoogly
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The Burning Ghat, located on the banks of the sacred River Ganges in Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh, is a place where ancient traditions and spirituality intertwine. This captivating site has been captured through various mediums such as black and white photography, sepia-toned images, engravings, and paintings. One photograph showcases the solemnity of the Burning Ghat in Calcutta. The monochromatic tones emphasize the gravity of this place where cremations take place day after day. Another black and white photo depicts The Burning Ghat in Benares, evoking a sense of timelessness as if it has remained unchanged for centuries. In an enchanting sepia-toned image titled "Vishnu Pud and Other Temples, " we catch a glimpse of not only the Burning Ghat but also other magnificent temples that adorn Benares. These structures stand as testaments to India's rich cultural heritage. Engravings from Bengal offer us glimpses into life at these ghats. One engraving aptly named "India: The Burning Ghat" transports us back in time to witness rituals being performed with utmost devotion by locals. Similarly, another engraving titled "Views in India" captures the essence of everyday life near these holy sites. Samuel Bourne's English 1834 photographs provide remarkable insights into both Benares' Vishnu Pud Temples and its iconic Burning Ghat. Through his lens, he immortalizes moments that showcase both architectural beauty and spiritual significance. Not limited to just one city or region, Chandanagore's French Settlement Hoogly also boasts its own burning ghat—a testament to how deeply ingrained this tradition is across India. Whether seen through photography or engravings, these depictions allow us to appreciate the profoundness surrounding these ghats—places where final farewells are bid amidst prayers for eternal peace.