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7 Days in Varanasi: A Journey Through Spiritual Wonders

kumar h

kumar h

15 Dec 2023

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the ancient city of Varanasi, where spirituality and history intertwine. Discover magnificent mosques, sacred ghats, and fascinating museums as you immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Uttar Pradesh, India.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Unveiling the Architectural Grandeur
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$10

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$ 1

Gyanvapi Mosque
Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$5
11 - 14 min

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Alamgir Masjid
Mughal-style, 17th-century mosque with 3 huge domes & steps nearby for ritual bathing in the Ganges.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
Day 2A Glimpse into Royalty and Art
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$28

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$ 1

Ramnagar Fort
Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$8
14 - 17 min

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Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$20
Day 3Witnessing the Divine Rituals
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$10

Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Man Singh Observatory
Historic 1700s observatory attached to a palace, offering views of the Ganges River from its roof.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$10
Day 4Exploring the Sacred Cremation Ghats
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$10

Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat
One of the city's oldest ghats, this iconic site is a storied spot for traditional Hindu cremations.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$10
Day 5Serenity Amidst Spiritual Wisdom
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$18

Garden of Spiritual Wisdom
Picturesque gardens offering tranquil pathways amid lush surrounds & spiritual sculptures.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$5
2 - 3 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa
This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
12 - 18 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$8
Day 6Journey to the Buddhist Heritage
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$30

Dharmarajika Stupa
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$5
2 - 3 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
Circular stone 43m-tall Buddhist shrine with bird & script carvings, dating back to 500 CE.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$15
9 - 14 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
Day 7Embracing Nepali Culture
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$10

Nepali Temple
Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10

Budget breakdown: $118 In total

Activities & Food:$116
Transport:$2