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Varanasi

Uttar Pradesh

Varanasi (Kashi) is among the oldest continuously inhabited cities and one of the holiest for Hindus, set along the western bank of the Ganga. Pilgrims come for darshan of Kashi Vishwanath, the riverfront ghats and the daily Ganga Aarti.

Best season to visit

October to March offers cooler, more comfortable weather. Summers are very hot; the monsoon raises the river level.

Safety & practical notes

Old-city lanes are narrow and crowded, keep elders assisted and belongings secure. Use official boat operators, avoid touts promising VIP darshan, and confirm timings on official portals.

Suggested darshan circuits

  1. 1Kashi Vishwanath Dham corridor and Vishwanath Gali
  2. 2Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat (evening)
  3. 3Sarnath (Buddhist circuit, ~10 km)