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Sacred Serenity: A Spiritual Journey through Varanasi

NIKITA POKHRIYAL

NIKITA POKHRIYAL

6 Dec 2023

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the spiritual capital of India. Immerse yourself in the divine aura of ancient temples, witness the mystical rituals at the ghats, and discover the tranquil beauty of Buddhist relics. Join me on this two-day exploration of Varanasi, where spirituality meets serenity.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Secrets of the Fort, Sacred Cremation Ghats, and Divine Blessings
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$9

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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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$4
30 - 36 min

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Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat
One of the city's oldest ghats, this iconic site is a storied spot for traditional Hindu cremations.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$5
6 - 9 min

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Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Glimpses of Divinity, Water Park Thrills, and Buddhist Enlightenment
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$17

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$ 1

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
48 - 58 min

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Varanasi Fun City
Small water park with slides, a wave pool & play fountains for splashing, plus animal statues.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$10
11 - 14 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa
This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$3
12 - 18 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $27 In total

Activities & Food:$26
Transport:$2