06/08/2025
Enjoy Professionally Guided Tour in Varanasi with Trip En India ๐ฎ๐ณ ๐ฉ๐
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๐ถ Varanasi โ The Eternal City on the Banks of the Ganga
One of the oldest living cities in the world, Varanasi (also called Banaras or Kashi) is a spiritual experience that touches your soul โ with sacred rituals, ancient temples, and timeless traditions.
๐ Top 12 Places to Visit in Varanasi:
๐น 1. Dashashwamedh Ghat
๐ฅ Most popular ghat for the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti
๐ฏ๏ธ Witness thousands of diyas, chants, and bells in spiritual harmony
๐น 2. Kashi Vishwanath Temple
๐๏ธ One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva
๐ถโโ๏ธ Located in a narrow, bustling lane โ divine vibes guaranteed
๐น 3. Assi Ghat
โ๏ธ Ideal for sunrise yoga sessions and peaceful boat rides
๐ถ Enjoy music & cultural programs in the mornings
๐น 4. Sarnath
๐ Where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon
๐ Visit Dhamek Stupa, Ashokan Pillar & Buddhist temples
๐น 5. Manikarnika Ghat
๐ฅ The main cremation ghat โ symbol of life and death cycle
๐ A deeply spiritual, intense experience
๐น 6. Ramnagar Fort
๐ฐ An 18th-century Mughal-style fort & museum
๐งญ Great views of the river from across the ghats
๐น 7. Tulsi Manas Temple
๐ Built where Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas
๐ธ White marble beauty with engraved verses
๐น 8. Bharat Mata Mandir
๐บ๏ธ Unique temple dedicated to Mother India, featuring a 3D relief map of India carved in marble
๐น 9. Banaras Hindu University (BHU)
๐ One of Asiaโs largest residential universities
๐ Visit the New Vishwanath Temple inside the campus
๐น 10. Gyanvapi Mosque
๐ A place of historical and political significance
๐ Located beside the Kashi Vishwanath Temple
๐น 11. Godowlia Market
๐๏ธ Shop for Banarasi sarees, handicrafts, wooden toys, perfumes
๐ฅญ Donโt miss Banarasi paan & local street food
๐น 12. Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir
๐ A powerful temple dedicated to Lord Hanuman
๐ถ Known for its classical music festivals
๐ถ Things to Do in Varanasi:
โข Sunrise boat rides on the Ganga
โข Try Banarasi Lassi & Kachori Sabzi
โข Attend evening Ganga Aarti
โข Explore lanes full of history, food, and color
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Best Time to Visit:
๐ October to March โ Pleasant weather & festive season
๐ฅ Dev Deepawali (15 days after Diwali) is the best time to experience the ghats lit with over a million diyas!
๐ฏ Perfect For:
โ๏ธ Spiritual seekers
โ๏ธ Culture and heritage lovers
โ๏ธ Solo travelers & photographers
โ๏ธ History buffs & peace-seekers
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