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Nimtala Ghat

One of the largest crematoria in India, and one of the holiest for Hindus, similar to the Manikarnika Ghat in Varanasi.

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Nimtala Ghat
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It is believed that the soul attains moksha (মোক্ষ mōkshyo) in this crematorium, which breaks the cycle of birth and death. So, people across the country come here for the cremation of their loved ones.

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