London's Thames To Glow With Ganga Aarti This September As London Celebrates India’s Sacred Tradition
Ganga Aarti is one of the sacred rituals dedicated to the Ganga river, and it is performed mostly in Rishikesh, Haridwar and Varanasi. Now, the sacred tradition is set to make its presence felt thousands of kilometres away from the banks of the Ganga, as London’s River Thames is expected to host a special Ganga Aarti on September 13, 2026. The event will bring an important Indian spiritual and…
London’s River Thames is set to host a unique Ganga Aarti ceremony in September 2026, bringing an important Indian spiritual and cultural tradition to one of the UK’s most iconic landmarks. The event, scheduled for September 13, 2026, will showcase the centuries-old ritual of offering prayers along the banks of the Ganges in Rishikesh, Haridwar, and Varanasi.
Now, devotees from the Indian diaspora and wider audience in the UK will have the opportunity to participate in this symbolic gathering, regardless of faith or background, as the Ganga Aarti recreates the spiritual atmosphere of the traditional ceremony. The 346-kilometer Thames River, which flows through southern England and is the longest in England and the second longest in the United Kingdom, will serve as the backdrop for this special event.
The Ganga Aarti, which involves lighting of lamps, chanting, and devotional music, will combine Indian culture, music, food, and community activities before culminating in a ceremonial evening aarti along the river.
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