Varanasi
About Varanasi
Varanasi, one of the world's oldest cities, is India's spiritual capital. The ghats along the Ganges, evening Ganga Aarti, and ancient temples make it unforgettable.
Quick Details
Best Time to Visit
August to April
Climate
Humid subtropical, hot summers
Top Attractions in Varanasi
Must-visit sightseeing points and activities for your checklist
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Varanasi's most sacred and spectacular ghat, site of the daily Ganga Aarti ceremony — a mesmerizing fire ritual performed every evening.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
One of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, considered the holiest of all shiva temples — the Jyotirlinga.
Dasaswamedh Ghat
Dasaswamedh Ghat is one of the top attractions at Varanasi.
Sarnath
The site where Buddha gave his first sermon after attaining enlightenment — a major Buddhist pilgrimage site with ruins, museum, and Dhamek Stupa.
Manikarnika Ghat
Hinduism's most sacred cremation ghat, burning 24 hours a day for centuries — a profound and moving experience of life and death.
Tour Packages visiting Varanasi
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