Peshwa's Raj Ghat (Varanasi)

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Peshwa's Raj Ghat or Raj Ghat was formerly known as Amrita Rao Ghat, and was first made by the first Maratha King Bajirao Balaji Bhat in 1720. The ghat was later rebuilt in stone by Amrita Rao Peshwa during 1780-1807. At the top of the lofty stone steps Peshwa Amrita Rao established four temples of Amritesvara, Vinayakesvara, Nayanesvara and Gangesvara and four auxiliary shrines. He also renovated the Prabhasa Theertham (Somnath temple) in 1780.
Baji Rao Ballal Balaji Bhat (Marathi: श्रीमंत बाजीराव बल्लाळ बाळाजी भट) (August 18, 1700 – April 28, 1740), also known as Baji Rao I, was a noted general who served as Peshwa (Prime Minister) to the fourth Maratha Chhatrapati (Emperor) Shahu from 1720 until Baji Rao's death. He is also known as Thorale (Marathi for Elder) Baji Rao. He was also popular with the nickname 'Rau' (in Marathi 'राऊ').