Mehndi Ghat

Mehndi Ghat, now known as Mahadevi Ghat, is located on the banks of the Ganga River in Kannauj and holds significant cultural and literary importance. Originally developed near a bridge by Mehndipur village, the ghat gained its present name in 1987 when the ashes of the renowned Hindi poetess Mahadevi Verma were immersed here. Since then, the ghat has been popularly known as Mahadevi Ghat. The site is not only a religious spot but also a symbol of Kannauj’s literary and cultural heritage. Every year, thousands of devotees visit during Ganga Dashahara, Kartik Purnima, and Ashadh Purnima for holy dips and rituals. A grand temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, built in South Indian architectural style, is situated at the ghat, with separate sanctums for Shiva and Nandi. Mehndi Ghat/Mahadevi Ghat offers visitors spiritual serenity along with a connection to the city’s rich cultural and literary legacy.