A Journey Through Varanasi: Exploring the Spiritual Capital of India

Praloy Halder

18 Nov 2023

Embark on a 3-day adventure to Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. Discover ancient temples, sacred ghats, and historical landmarks in this spiritual city.

Trip to Varanasi

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Viator

Day 1

$68

$ 5

Riverside paying guest house

Depart from your stay 🏨

21 - 26 min

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University museum focused on art & archeology, with sculptures, paintings, jewelry, textiles & more.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$45

25 - 30 min

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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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$23

7 - 10 min

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Landmark riverside temple to Shiva, known for its 18th-century gold-plated spire and sacred well.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

$75

$ 5

Riverside paying guest house

Depart from your stay 🏨

30 - 36 min

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This historical Buddhist stupa features a sizable mound with a brick base & octagonal tower.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$11

12 - 18 min

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Expansive Buddhist temple complex with a museum, multiple shrines & an archaeological excavation.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$18

8 - 12 min

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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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$34

5 - 8 min

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Glass enclosure containing sandstone remains of an ancient column built by Emperor Ashoka.

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$11

Day 3

$41

$ 5

Riverside paying guest house

Depart from your stay 🏨

5 - 8 min

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Bustling riverside steps down to the Ganges River, used for religious rituals daily.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Sandstone fort & royal residence with a museum that has vintage cars, costumes, an armory & more.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$18

29 - 35 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.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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$23

Budget breakdown: $196 In total

Activities & Food:$183

Transport:$13