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Sacred Serenity: A Spiritual Journey Through Varanasi

ddevendra Mewada

ddevendra Mewada

13 Jan 2024

Embark on a soul-stirring adventure through the spiritual capital of India, Varanasi. Discover the ancient wonders, immerse in sacred rituals, and experience the divine essence of this mystical city.

Day 1Divine Dips and Sacred Offerings
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$0

Dashashwamedh Ghat
Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
7 - 10 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 2Journey to Enlightenment
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$17

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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
$5
26 - 32 min

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Dhamekh Stupa, Sarnath
Circular stone 43m-tall Buddhist shrine with bird & script carvings, dating back to 500 CE.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
$8
9 - 14 min

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Sarnath Buddhist Temple
Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
$4

Budget breakdown: $17 In total

Activities & Food:$17
Transport:$1