Lalita Ghat
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Lalita Ghat (Hindi: ललिता घाट) is one of the main ghats on the Ganges River in Varanasi. The ghat is named after Hindu Goddess Lalita and was built in early 19th century by King of Nepal, Rana Bahadur Shah. The ghat houses the famous Nepali Mandir and Lalita Gauri Mandir.[1]
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Lalita Ghat | |
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Native name Hindi: ललिता घाट | |
Location | Varanasi |
Coordinates | 25.310013°N 83.013276°E / 25.310013; 83.013276 |
Elevation | 73.9 meters |
Founded | 1800-1804 |
Founder | Rana Bahadur Shah |
Built | 19th century |
Governing body | Varanasi Nagar Nigam |
Owner | Varanasi Nagar Nigam |
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