This part of Delhi travel guide tells you about the Raj Ghat.  Located just near the banks of Yamuna River, Raj Ghat is the place where father of nation, Mahatama Gandhi is resting after his death. Mahatama Gandhi got assassinated by Nathuram Godse on 30th January, 1948 and was cremated here at this place.

Life of Mahtama Gandhi

Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was the real name of Mahatama Gandhi who was the political and spiritual leader of India.   He fought for independence of India through civil disobedience and total non-violence. He practiced truth and non-violence all his life and asked others to do the same. His birthday on 2nd October is celebrated as the national holiday, Gandhi Jayanti.  

Description of Raj Ghat

While you enter Raj Ghat on your Delhi Travel, you will sense an air of peace and tranquility at this very simple but charming place. A memorial stone is placed here in the middle of lush green ground with fountains and exotic trees.  There is square platform, consisted of black platform. Mahatama Gandhi uttered the word “Hey Ram” while he took his last breath after his assassination and these words are engraved near the black platform. At Raj Ghat, a flame in a copper urn keeps burning 24 hours a day.

One among the very important tourist attractions in Delhi, the place is as simple as the life of Mahatama Gandhi. The place is without any frills and ostentations. There is no building or grand structure to mark this important spot, his Samadhi, just a low wall surrounds the compound.  

Other Important Facts about Raj Ghat

Every Friday, a commemorative ceremony is held here.  On the occasions like Birthday (2nd October) and his death anniversary, special prayers are held.  30th January is remembered as Martyr’s day. Whenever any foreign dignitary comes to visit India, visiting Raj Ghat to pay homage to the Father of Nation is a first item in the agenda.  
Apart from ordinary people and tourists, it has become an essential point of call for all visiting dignitaries, on their Delhi Tour, to pay their homage to the Father of the Nation. There is the memorial is set in a garden with fountains and a variety of exotic trees. Nearby located are two museums dedicated life and works of Mahatama Gandhi.