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Volunteering Itinerary for Varanasi in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Volunteer at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity Home
    8 minutes (2.5 km) from Varanasi Junction Railway Station

    Start your day by volunteering at Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity Home. Spend the morning interacting with the residents and helping with daily activities. In the afternoon, visit the nearby Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dasaswamedh Ghat.

  2. Day 2: Volunteer at Salaam Baalak Trust
    12 minutes (3.6 km) from Mother Teresa's Missionaries of Charity Home

    Start your day by volunteering at Salaam Baalak Trust, an organization that provides shelter, education, and healthcare for underprivileged children. In the afternoon, visit the historic Ramnagar Fort and Museum and learn about the cultural heritage of Varanasi. In the evening, take a sunset boat ride on the Ganges River to see the city's iconic ghats.

  3. Day 3: Visit the Banaras Hindu University and Volunteer
    20 minutes (5.4 km) from Salaam Baalak Trust

    Spend the morning visiting the Banaras Hindu University and its famous Vishwanath Temple. After lunch, volunteer at the university's Social Service League, which provides healthcare, education, and skill development programs for the local community. In the evening, visit the Bharat Mata Temple and enjoy the panoramic view of the city from its observatory.

  4. Day 4: Volunteer at the Animal Aid Unlimited
    30 minutes (7.8 km) from Banaras Hindu University

    Start your day by volunteering at Animal Aid Unlimited, a shelter for injured and abandoned animals. In the afternoon, visit the Tulsi Manas Temple and learn about the Hindu epic Ramcharitmanas. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Assi Ghat.

  5. Day 5: Volunteer at the Nari Gunjan Trust
    25 minutes (6.6 km) from Animal Aid Unlimited

    Spend the day volunteering at the Nari Gunjan Trust, an organization that empowers women and girls through education and vocational training. In the evening, visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most revered Hindu temples in India. End your day with a stroll along the riverside and enjoy the local street food.

  6. Day 6: Volunteer at the Akshaya Patra Foundation
    18 minutes (5.8 km) from Nari Gunjan Trust

    Start your day by volunteering at the Akshaya Patra Foundation, which provides mid-day meals to school children. In the afternoon, visit the Alamgir Mosque and marvel at its Mughal-era architecture. In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Manikarnika Ghat.

  7. Day 7: Visit the Sarnath Archaeological Museum and Volunteer
    30 minutes (10.2 km) from Akshaya Patra Foundation

    Spend the morning visiting the Sarnath Archaeological Museum and learning about the ancient Buddhist civilization. After lunch, volunteer at the Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, a Jain temple that provides free food and shelter to pilgrims. In the evening, take a leisurely walk along the ghats and immerse yourself in the spiritual energy of Varanasi.

Recommendations

If you have time, consider visiting the nearby city of Allahabad and taking a dip in the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. You can also take a day trip to the nearby Chunar Fort and admire its scenic views. To maximize your fun, try the local street food and shop for handicrafts and silk sarees in the bustling markets of Varanasi.

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