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Varanasi: A Journey of Spirituality and History

Ram Ji

Ram Ji

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a 6-day adventure to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Explore ancient temples, sacred ghats, and historical landmarks that will leave you in awe of the city's rich heritage and spiritual significance.

Day 1
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$5

Ramnagar Fort
Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$5
Day 2
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$5

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$ 1

Namo Ghat / Khidkiya Ghat
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$3
25 - 30 min

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Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir
Stately Hindu temple with white marble construction, landscaped gardens & numerous engravings.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
$3
Day 3
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$7

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$ 1

ISKCON Temple Varanasi: Kashi Seva
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$3
32 - 39 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
$4
Day 4
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$7

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$6
Day 5
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$7

Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$6
Day 6
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$5

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$ 1

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
$3
28 - 34 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
$3

Budget breakdown: $35 In total

Activities & Food:$34
Transport:$1