Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Banaras, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities and the spiritual capital of India. Situated on the banks of the sacred River Ganges, it is believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva, drawing millions of pilgrims from across the globe who come to wash away their sins in the holy waters or perform final rites for their ancestors.
The city is a mesmerizing maze of narrow, winding alleys (galis) filled with ancient temples, bustling markets, and the aroma of incense and street food. From the spectacular evening Ganga Aarti to the burning pyres of Manikarnika Ghat, Varanasi offers an intense and profound experience where the rituals of life and death are performed side by side in a way seen nowhere else on earth.
Best Time to Visit:
March – June & Sept – Dec
Ideal Duration:
3–5 Days
Major Airports:
Bagdogra (Airport), New Jalpaiguri (Rail)
Popular For:
Tea Gardens, Sunrise Views, Toy Train, Cultural Experiences
Skip the crowds with early access via our DMC team
Private heritage train ride or guided photography tour
Meet tea pluckers, taste fresh tea leaves, behind-the-scenes estate tour
Offbeat spiritual circuits with local monks
Home-cooked traditional Nepali & Tibetan meals
Only known to locals: panoramic vistas away from tourists
Easy treks to Little Rangeet River & nearby hidden waterfalls
The best time is October to March, when the weather is cool and pleasant for walking the ghats and exploring the city. Summers (April-June) are extremely hot
You can fly into Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport (VNS). The city is also a major railway hub with two main stations: Varanasi Junction (BSB) and Banaras (BSBS), plus the nearby Pt. Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Junction (DDU).
Top sites include the Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Golden Temple), Dashashwamedh Ghat (famous for the evening Ganga Aarti), Sarnath (where Buddha gave his first sermon), and a sunrise boat ride along the Ganges.
Varanasi is famous for its street food. Must-tries include Kachori Sabzi, Jalebi, Banarasi Paan, and the winter-special dessert Malaiyo.
The city is world-renowned for Banarasi Silk Sarees, which are known for their gold and silver brocade or zari, fine silk, and opulent embroidery.
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