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Top 7 things to do in Varanasi

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Rahul Sharma
Top 7 things to do in Varanasi

Varanasi is one of the oldest inhabitants is famous for Ghats and the holy River Ganges. It is one of the most preferred destinations for religious people. Colourful and spiritual are the words that describe Varanasi. One of the holiest places around the world is explored by many national and international visitors seeking spirituality each year

Watching Grandeur Evening Aarti Ceremony

Witnessing the Aarti ceremony is once a lifetime experience. The spectacular environment, chants, gathering, fragrance of incense sticks and the positive aura of the surroundings fills a person with full positivity. The sky shines with the radiance of the lamps and incense sticks fill the atmosphere with different type of aroma. 

Temples of Varanasi

Visit to Varanasi is incomplete without the visit to temples. You can witness the temple on almost every road of the city. The most popular temple of Varanasi is Kashi Vishwanath temple also known as Golden Temple. The Jyotirlinga of Lord Shiva is enshrined here. The temple reflects the Nagara style of architecture and is visited by thousands of devotee every year.

Ganges boat ride

Visiting and enjoying the boat cruise in the holy River Ganges is one of the top activities to do in Varanasi. It is said that when a body is drown in this river the soul of the body reaches the heaven. It was very much in the past but now it is restricted as it is under the control of local authorities. It is also said that taking a dip in the holy river washes away all the sins and opens the door of heaven after death.

Tulsi Ghat

The city is surrounded by the riverfront and each of the ghats is reserved for one single purpose. Tulsi Ghat is reserved for curing leprosy; Assi Ghat for bathing, Manikarnika Ghat is for cremation and so on. Many people believe in bathing with faith and cure their problems.

Varanasi Skyline from Malviya Bridge

People can enjoy the mesmerising views of the skyline in the moonlight which is a unique experience. The bridge holds railway track and road and is the border of the holy land of Varanasi. 

 Varanasi from roof

Enjoy the view and the spectacular views of surroundings of Varanasi from the roof terrace during the early morning. The river view is a must view to watch when in Varanasi and should not be missed. The city is very lively and relaxes the soul within.

Varanasi street shops

There are many shops in the streets of Varanasi selling exotic and unique items. Roam in the streets of Varanasi and you will end up in the main road at last. It is better to bargain when you do shopping otherwise restrict yourself to window shopping.

Festival Varanasi

The streets of Varanasi are jam packed during the festivals and even police forces are lined up to control the crowd. The best place to watch the hustle of the city is from a rooftop terrace so that you can enjoy the spectacular view of the surroundings without being in the crowd. Experience the real India during the Varanasi Festival.

Locate Yogis

People visiting Varanasi can spot a lot of yogis covered in ash (holy powder) along the holy River Ganges. It is better to avoid contact and any conversation with them but make sure to spot them as they are found at some places only. 

Not only temples but people can enjoy many other monuments and other activities. Get on the trip and enjoy the various activities in Varanasi.

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