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5 Days in Varanasi: Unveiling the Mystical City

Pradeep J

Pradeep J

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring journey through the spiritual capital of India. Discover ancient marvels, immerse in sacred rituals, and witness the eternal flow of the Ganges. From serene temples to vibrant ghats, Varanasi will captivate your senses and leave an indelible mark on your heart.

Trip to Varanasi

Day 1Treasures of the Past - Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, Nepali Temple, Ashoka Pillar
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$18

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$ 1

Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$10
24 - 29 min

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Nepali Temple
Commissioned by an exiled 19th-century Nepalese king, this terracotta temple is dedicated to Shiva.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$5
30 - 36 min

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Ashoka Pillar
Glass enclosure containing sandstone remains of an ancient column built by Emperor Ashoka.
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
Day 2Divine Confluence - Dashashwamedh Ghat, Gyanvapi Mosque
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$3

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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
45 - 54 min

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Gyanvapi Mosque
Venerable mosque on a historic site featuring traditional architecture with columns & domes.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
Day 3Royal Heritage - Ramnagar Fort, Chaukhandi Stupa
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$7

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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
37 - 45 min

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Chaukhandi Stupa
This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$3
Day 4Spiritual Odyssey - Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Manikarnika Ghat - Manikarnika Mahashamshan Ghat
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$5

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
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Free
5 - 8 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
Day 5Enlightenment Unveiled - Sarnath Buddhist Temple, Mulagandha Kuti Vihar, Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
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$17

Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$4
1 - 2 min

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Mulagandha Kuti Vihar
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$5
8 - 12 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
Circular stone 43m-tall Buddhist shrine with bird & script carvings, dating back to 500 CE.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $50 In total

Activities & Food:$48
Transport:$2