Best Places to visit in January in Varanasi
5 Best Places to visit in January in Varanasi
Shri Vishwanath Mandir Alamgir Mosque Dashashwamedh Ghat Gyan Vapi Well Ramnagar Fort
Shri Vishwanath Mandir, Varanasi
This is a favored destination for devotees of Lord Shiva. It is placed in the heart of the Varanasi in famous Banaras Hindu University. Holy River Ganga flows by its side. The majestic New Vishwanath Temple offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere where devotees can offer obeisance to Lord Shiva. The positive aura of the precincts of the temple and darshan of Jyotirlinga is energizing. This beautifully constructed nine temples beckon people of all religions to realize the oneness of God and understand the ideology of Hinduism. The New Vishwanath Temple integrates every element of the Hindu cosmos namely the good, and the evil.
AddressBHU Campus, Varanasi, Varanasi
Place TypeReligious Place - Temple
Best forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Solo, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, Youngsters
Entry feeNo Entry Fee
Opening timeThe Shri Vishwanath Mandir opening and closing timing in morning 04:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Opening DaysThe Shri Vishwanath Mandir is open every day for visitors
Best MonthJanuary, February, March
Alamgir Mosque, Varanasi
Alamgir Mosque is a historical mosque amidst picturesque surroundings. The outstanding Indo-Islamic style of architecture dating back to 17th century. It has a captivating backdrop of scenic River Ganga. Aurangzeb built this mosque after demolishing Vishnu Temple. Perched atop the Panchganga Ghat, you need to climb a long narrow way to reach the mosque. The view of River Ganga from the top is amazing, especially in the evening. Also known as Beni Madhav ka Darera the rustic exteriors of the mosque with its minarets and high domes are striking. There is a small pond and fountain in the courtyard of the mosque.
AddressPanchganga Ghat, Ghasi Tola, Varanasi, VaranasiPlace TypeReligious Place - MosquesBest forFriends, Unmarried Couples, Solo, Parents, YoungstersEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeThe Alamgir Mosque opening and closing timing in morning 08:00 AM – 09:00 PMOpening DaysThe Alamgir Mosque is open every day for visitorsBest MonthJanuary, February, March
Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi
This is one of the most popular and vibrant ghats In Varanasi. It is a religious spot for the devotees and pilgrims and is visited by hordes of tourists as well. The colorful ghat is bustling with flower sellers, boat owners, sadhus, guides, and massage practitioners. The atmosphere is charged with gaiety and devotion. Mesmerizing Ganga Aarti and Agni Pooja are performed at 7:00 PM every evening at this scenic Ghat as bells ring, prayer ceremonies are performed with big fire aarti stands by priests. This oldest Ghat is placed close to the famous Vishwanath Temple at Bangali Tola at the bank of the River Ganga. Tourist can witness the captivating beautifully lit riverfront view.
AddressDashashwamedh Ghat Rd, Ghats of varanasi, Godowlia, Varanasi, VaranasiPlace TypeReligious Place - TempleBest forFamily, Married Couples, Friends, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeNo Entry FeeOpening timeVisitor any time visit Dashashwamedh Ghat this is always openOpening DaysDashashwamedh Ghat Open every time and every day for visitors.Best MonthJanuary, February, March
Gyan Vapi Well, Varanasi
It is a sacred well positioned in the center of the precincts of the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple and Gyanvapi Mosque. The water of this well is considered to be holier than the water of River Ganges. It is said that when Aurangzeb invaded the Kashi Vishwanath temple the head priest hid the Shivalinga in the well to protect it. Meaning the “well of knowledge”, the Well is visited by many Hindu devotees. It is believed that those who drink water from this Well gain higher realm of spirituality. The tourists and devotees can explore Gyan Kup here, The best day to visit the Well is on Friday.
AddressLahori Tola, Gyanvapi, VaranasiPlace TypeMonument - Palace & LandmarksBest forSolo, Siblings, YoungstersFees & TimingNo Timings. No Entry FeeBest MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
Ramnagar Fort, Varanasi
This fortified structure is made in sandstone. The historical fort was built by Kashi Naresh, The King of Varanasi, in the 18th century in classic Mughal styled architecture with intricately carved balconies, pavilions, and open courtyards. There is a massive Durbar hall and a reception room. The majestic edifice is on the eastern banks of River Ganga, right opposite Tulsi Ghat. The fort houses ancient Veda Vyasa temple, and famous Dakshin Mukhi Hanuman Temple, along with a museum known as Saraswati Bhawan, and a big astronomical clock. The private residential area of the king is not opened for the tourists.
AddressKila Road, Crossing, Ram Nagar, Varanasi, VaranasiPlace TypeMonument - Forts & TombsBest forFamily, Kids, Friends, Married Couples, Unmarried Couples, Parents, Siblings, YoungstersEntry feeIndians - ₹80/-, Child - ₹20/-, 10th or ₹12th student - 20/- (with id proof), Foreigners - ₹200/-Opening timeThe Ramnagar Fort opening and closing timing in morning 10:00 AM – 05:00 PMOpening DaysThe Ramnagar Fort is open every day for visitorsBest MonthJanuary, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, DecemberEXPLORE PLACES IN VARANASI BY CATEGORY:
