Attractions & Places

to Visit in Varanasi

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The quintessential Varanasi experience is a boat ride along the Ganges. It runs through the city and there are numerous ghats that connect the river to the land. Boat rides are available from early morning until the Ganges aarti at sunset. An absolute must on your visit to Varanasi.

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Alaknanda is a double-decker cruise liner which plies its way along the Ganges comfortably carrying around 100 passengers. It is equipped with 60 luxurious sofas, an air-conditioned lower deck and a well-equipped kitchen serving vegetarian food. Both morning and evening cruises of the ghats are available.

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Some of the most beautiful and significant temples in India are here in Varanasi and just a short drive from Taj Ganges. Visit them for their history, their religious importance or simply for their stunning architecture. These are some of the most popular tourist places in Varanasi.

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Shakti Peeth temples are significant shrines and pilgrimage destinations in Shaktism, the goddess-focused Hindu tradition. The most famous, Vishalakshi Temple, is dedicated to the goddess Vishalakshi on the banks of the Ganges. It is within easy reach of Taj Ganges and among the best places to visit in Varanasi.

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The largest structure on the banks of the Ganges was built by a Mughal emperor during the Mughal invasion of India. It is of great importance to Muslims and can only be entered by followers of Islam. The architectural excellence on the outside makes it one of the best places to visit in Varanasi.

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Each evening, boats on the Ganges converge at the Dashashwamedh Ghat for the magical Sandhya aarti. The aarti was first performed when Lord Shiva visited Varanasi and is accompanied by chants of holy mantras and the clashing of cymbals, the vibrations of which reach deep inside purifying the self. One of the most popular tourist places in Varanasi.

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Sarnath is where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon to his followers after attaining Enlightenment. The area houses a museum, deer park and holy stupas. It is hugely renowned among the best places to visit in Varanasi.

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This is the oldest site museum of the Archaeological Survey of India. Its single most important exhibit is the Lion Capital of Ashoka, a sandstone sculpture created and erected around 250 BC and of major importance to followers of Buddhism. This inspiring museum contains over 6,500 artefacts and sculptures and a visit here is one of the best things to do in Varanasi.

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The Banaras Hindu University is home to one of the biggest tourist spots in Varanasi, the grand New Vishwanath Temple. Although primarily a Lord Shiva temple, this beautiful temple consists of nine other temples within one and welcomes people of every faith.

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The quintessential Varanasi experience is a boat ride along the Ganges. It runs through the city and there are numerous ghats that connect the river to the land. Boat rides are available from early morning until the Ganges aarti at sunset. An absolute must on your visit to Varanasi.

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Alaknanda is a double-decker cruise liner which plies its way along the Ganges comfortably carrying around 100 passengers. It is equipped with 60 luxurious sofas, an air-conditioned lower deck and a well-equipped kitchen serving vegetarian food. Both morning and evening cruises of the ghats are available.

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Located on the East Bank of the Ganges, the fort is easily accessed via a bridge. Try visiting late evenings for spectacular sunsets. The fort also houses a museum containing American vintage cars, bejewelled sedan chairs, ivory work, medieval costumes, gold and silver brocaded royal palakis, or sedan chairs.