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Sacred Temples, Delicious Eateries, and Riverside Delights: A Journey through Varanasi

Anuja Ojale

Anuja Ojale

4 Dec 2023

Embark on a captivating 3-day adventure in Varanasi, India's spiritual capital. Discover ancient temples, savor mouthwatering street food, and soak in the mesmerizing ambiance of the sacred Ganges River. Join me as I explore the hidden gems of this enchanting city.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Divine Blessings and Culinary Delights
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$44

Brown Bread Bakery
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
3 - 4 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.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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Street Bite
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$12
3 - 4 min

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Megu Cafe
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$20
Day 2Cultural Immersion and Gastronomic Delights
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$45

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$ 1

Baati Chokha
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
24 - 29 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa
This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.
9:00 AM - 10:00 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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Vaishali Restaurant
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$24
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Historic Forts, Spiritual Serenity, and Luscious Lassi
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$48

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$ 2

Capsicum
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
11 - 14 min

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Ramnagar Fort
Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
24 - 29 min

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Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$16
1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $140 In total

Activities & Food:$137
Transport:$3