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Varanasi, or Banaras, (also known as Kashi) is one of the
oldest living cities in the world.
The word ‘Kashi’ originated from the word
‘Kas’ which means to shine. Stepped in tradition and mythological legacy,
Kashi is the ‘original ground’ created by Lord Shiva and Parvati, upon which
they stood at the beginning of time.
Varanasi is the microcosm of Hinduism, a
city of traditional classical culture.
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SUGGESTED ITINERARY |
Day 1: :
On arrival check in to choice of hotel. Day begins with sight seeing of The Kashi Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva The Kashi Vishwanath temple is the center of faith for millions of Hindus.(Temple timings: 4 am to 11 pm.) Pass through popular ghats of Varanasi e.g. Ganga Ghats where one can see life and death together. Tulsi Ghat is an important window into the Hindu Mythology. Tulsi Ghat is also a center of cultural activities. Evening enjoy rickshaw ride through the shopping hotspots e.g. Gyan Vapi,Chowk, Tatheri Bazar. Varanasi/Benaras is also famous for its Banarasi Sarees, Hand Woven Carpets , handicrafts etc. An optional visits to nearby Carpet Factories /saree weaving center can be arranged. |
Day2: Varanasi :
Early morning, you will be taken for a hand rowed boat ride(which is unique in Varanasi) on the Holy Ganges. It is a mystical and spiritual experience as you watch people offering water to the Sun God and devotees taking holy dip in the Ganges.. After breakfast , excursion to Sarnath ( 10 kms from Varanasi ) where Buddha delivered his first sermon to his disciples. The attractions at Sarnath includes, Budha Temple,Shamekha Stupa,Chaukhandi Stupa and the Archaeological Museum. The Ashoka pillar of Sarnath is the National emblem of India. Evening enjoy rickshaw ride through the market area. |
Day3:
After breakfast, check- out from the hotel for onward destination. |
Contact us for Booking/ Pricing at: contact@govantravels.in |
(DISTANCE BY ROAD) |
FROM |
TO |
KILOMETERS |
TRAVELLING TIME |
DELHI |
VARANASI |
819 |
20 HOURS. |
AGRA |
VARANASI |
616 |
15 HOURS. |
BODH GAYA |
VARANASI |
243 |
06 HOURS. |
GORAKHPUR |
VARANASI |
212 |
05 HOURS. |
PATNA |
VARANASI |
252 |
07 HOUR & 30 MINUTES. |
SARNATH |
VARANASI |
009 |
20 MINUTES. |
BY TRAIN: Connected with the capital city Delhi. Trains starts from
Delhi (New Delhi Stn). Link to Rajdhani
Express. |
CONNECTION
BY TRAIN |
NAME OF
THE TRAIN |
DEPARTURE |
ARRIVAL |
DAYS OF
OPERATION |
New Delhi Patna Shramjeevi
Express |
1315 hrs. |
0720 hrs. |
Daily |
New Delhi Howrah Poorva Express |
1615 hrs. |
0450 hrs. |
Monday, Tuesday, Friday |
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River Fronts (Ghats)- The Ghats of Varanasi truly
embody the real essence of this timeless city.
As the first rays of the sun set
the gently flowing Ganga afire, thousands of devout take the ceremonial dip.
There are more than eighty Ghats at the riverfront, the important ones being -
Dashaswamedha Ghat, Manikarnika Ghat and Tulsi Ghat.
The best view of the Ghats
can be had from a boat midstream or from the Malviya Bridge. |
Snan at Varanasi Ghats
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Kashi
Vishwanath Temple
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The Kashi Vishwanath Temple- The present Vishwanath
temple was rebuilt in 1776 by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore. The
original shrine was destroyed by Aurangzeb. In 1839,
Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab had the top of the temple plated with about 820
kg. of gold.
It is also known as the Golden Temple.
Durga Temple- Dedicated to Durga, the goddess of
power, it is one of the most important temples in the city. Constructed during
the 18th century in Nagara style of temple architecture.
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