The Indian city Varanasi is one of the ancient cities of the world. It is located on the western bank of the river Ganga and expands beyond the bank of the river into a maze of alleys.
Also known as Kashi, Benares and Banaras, the city portrays a perfect blend of culture and religion.
Let’s have a glimpse at some of the beautiful attractions of Varanasi:
1. Sunrise on the river Ganga
Varanasi has something different to offer every time you visit it. The calm waters of Ganga, boat ride in the beautiful sunrise, a range of shrines and the elevated banks of the ‘Ghats’ offer a spiritually enriching experience that is exclusive to this city. You can book cheap tickets to India to witness the sunrise.
2. Morning ‘Aartis’(prayers)
Varanasi awakens to the soothing morning prayers at the holy river. Hordes of Pilgrims gather at the Ganga for ‘morning Aarti’ before the dawn when the sun rises on the horizon.
3. A look at the Ghats
The city of Varanasi is a haven for the pilgrims owing to its ancient Ghats. The enchanting sounds of temple bells, the fragrance of colorful flowers and the resonating chants greet the day here.
4. Chet Singh Ghat
This ghat is entrenched in its own history. It witnessed a furious battle between Chet Singh and Warren Hastings in 1781.
5. Ahliya Ghat
The ghat is the first who got its name after a person. It got its name from Ahliya Baj Holkar-the warrior queen of Indore. Also, the ghat witnesses mornings with a swarm of tourists gathering to take a dip in the holy waters.
6. Prayag Ghat
Brimmed with devotees that assemble to offer their prayers night and day, the ghat forms one of the crucial sections of the Varanasi Ghats. Do not miss this place on your air ticket bookings.
7. Munshi Ghat
Munshi Ghat is one of the most attractive and architecturally inspiring ghats. Moreover, it is an extension of ‘Darabhnaga Ghat’ and a magnificent palace borders it. The royal family of Bihar constructed the palace in the 1900s.
8. Evening prayers at the Dashashwamedh Ghat
The Dashashwamedh Ghats livens up around dusk with the evening Aarti at the Ganga. Performed by priests or ‘Pundits’ clad in saffron, the evening Aarti is a detailed ceremony full of Puja, Fire, and Dance.
Moreover, the bank of the river lights up with blazing lamps and the Ghat is scented with the smell of sandalwood.
Moreover, the movements of the lamps in the hands of the Pundits are synchronized with the reverberations of the cymbals and the recurring chants.
9. Sri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
It is one of the oldest temples and is at a little distance from Ganga. The temple also forms the beginning point of ‘Panchkoshi Yatra’- a sacred 88.5 kilometers long barefoot walk encompassing Kashi. And so you can be sure that your tickets from the USA will fill you with peace and solace.
10. Varanasi Streets
Some say that the streets of Varanasi hold the charisma of the city. The streets are quite narrow and difficult for traffic to pass. Do not fear to get lost in them. Also, sooner or later you will reach the main street or the front of the river.
For collecting some souvenirs, visit the Vishwanath Temple or head to the tracks in the vicinity of the Ghats.
11. Ramnagar Fort
This fort of the 17th century forms a wonderful place to view the sunset over the river. Also, it nestles a museum and a temple inside its compound. Maharajas of Banaras’ built this fort.
The holy city of Varanasi has temples and pilgrims from across the world visit it to catch a glimpse of religion and faith. Book a cheap flight with Tripbeam and visit this city to get closer to religion and spirituality.
