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Varanasi - The Setting in Motion of the Wheel of Dharma.

Varanasi is a famous cultural and spiritual capital of India. This is one of the oldest pilgrimage destinations located in Uttar Pradesh and is visited by a huge number of devotees and tourists as well. There are numerous ancient temples, scenic Ghats at holy River Ganga along with several Buddhist and Jain stupas in this pilgrimage spot. The sacred city is now an important industrial center popular for silk fabrics, muslin ivory works, perfumes, and sculpture. Witness the divine spectacle of age-old holy aarti offered to River Ganga as the devotees pray near the water with lanterns days and enjoy the boat ride on its tranquil waters especially during sunrise and sunset.
Alamgir Mosque
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Alamgir Mosque – Varanasi

Dashashwamedh Ghat is one of the oldest, grandest and most important Ghats of Kashi. This ghat is very close to the famous Vishwanath temple. This gha…

Entry Fee Alamgir Mosque open from 07:00 am to 07:00 pm all days in week, No entry fee. | No Entry Fee
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Assi Ghat
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Assi Ghat – Varanasi

Assi Ghat is a very famous tourist attraction in Varanasi. It is situated at the confluence of both the Ganges and the Asi rivers. The main tourist at…

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Bharat Mata Temple
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Bharat Mata Temple – Varanasi

Bharat Mata Mandir Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is located in the premises of Kashi Vidyapeeth, and is one of the most visited tourist places of Varanasi.…

Entry Fee Bharat Mata Temple open from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm, 01:00 pm to 07:00 pm all days in week, No entry fee. | No Entry Fee
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Dashashwamedh Ghat
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Dashashwamedh Ghat – Varanasi

Dashashwamedh Ghat is one of the oldest, grandest and most important Ghats of Kashi. This ghat is very close to the famous Vishwanath temple. This gha…

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Durga Temple
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Durga Temple – Varanasi

Durga Temple is located in the city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is a Hindu temple and is dedicated to Goddess Durga. The temple is also know…

Entry Fee Durga Temple open from 05:00 am to 12:00 pm, 04:00 pm to 09:00 pm all days in week, No entry fee. | No Entry Fee
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Gyan Vapi Well
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Gyan Vapi Well – Varanasi

The Gyan Vapi Well is a historic stepwell near the Kashi Vishwanath Temple complex in Varanasi. Built in the 17th century during the reign of Emperor …

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple
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Kashi Vishwanath Temple – Varanasi

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is situated on the west bank of the Ganges River in the holy city of Varanasi. The Jyotirlinga located in the Kashi Vishwanath…

Entry Fee Kashi Vishwanath Temple open from 03:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm. No entry fee. | No Entry Fee
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Manikarnika Ghat
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Manikarnika Ghat – Varanasi

Manikarnika Ghat is counted among the oldest Ghats of Varanasi, mainly this Ghat is considered most auspicious for funeral rites. Here you can see pil…

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Manmandir Ghat
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Manmandir Ghat – Varanasi

Man Mandir Ghat is a very divine and grand ghat of Varanasi, it is also known as Someshwar Ghat. The ghat was built in 1585 by Sawai Raja Man Singh, t…

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Ramnagar Fort
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Ramnagar Fort – Varanasi

Situated on the eastern bank of the Ganges in Varanasi, Ramnagar Fort was built in the 18th century during the reign of Maharaja Balwant Singh of the …

Entry Fee Ramnagar Fort open from 10:00 am to 05:00 pm, No entry fee. | Indians - ₹80/-, Child - ₹20/-, 10th or ₹12th student - 20/- (with id proof), Foreigners - ₹200/-
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Shri Vishwanath Mandir
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Shri Vishwanath Mandir – Varanasi

The New Vishwanath Temple, also known as Birla Mandir, is one of the most visited tourist attractions in the city of Varanasi, India. It is situated i…

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Timings The Shri Vishwanath Mandir opening and closing timing in morning 04:00 AM – 09:00 PM
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Frequently Asked Questions about Varanasi

The best time to visit Varanasi is Best time to visit Varanasi is during the months November to February. Although it gets fairly cold during the winters, this is the best time when you can explore the holy city without getting tired..

Varanasi is famous for Varanasi grew as an important industrial centre famous for its muslin and silk fabrics, perfumes and sculpture. Buddha is believed to have founded Buddhism here around 528 BCE..

The nearest airport to Varanasi is Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is a public airport located at Babatpur, 26 km northwest of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India..

The main railway station in Varanasi is Varanasi Junction railway station, Varanasi City, Kashi railway station, Shivpur railway station, Lohta railway station, Manduadih railway station, Bhulanpur railway station, Sarnath railway station.

The main bus terminal in Varanasi is Chaudhary Charan Singh Bus Stand.

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