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3-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Varanasi in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Assi Ghat
    7 minutes (1.2 km) from the city center

    In the morning, visit the Assi Ghat, one of the most popular ghats in Varanasi. Take a boat ride along the Ganga River to experience the picturesque view of the sunrise. In the afternoon, visit the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most renowned temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. In the evening, enjoy the Ganga Aarti ceremony at the ghat, a spiritual ritual dedicated to the river.

  2. Day 2: Sarnath
    30 minutes (10.2 km) from Assi Ghat

    In the morning, visit the Deer Park in Sarnath, where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon. Explore the Archaeological Museum, which has a vast collection of Buddhist artifacts. In the afternoon, visit the Chaukhandi Stupa and the Dhamek Stupa. In the evening, go shopping at the local market to buy Banarasi silk sarees, shawls and handicraft items.

  3. Day 3: Ramnagar Fort
    30 minutes (15.3 km) from Sarnath

    In the morning, visit the Ramnagar Fort, an 18th-century fort built by Maharaja Balwant Singh. Explore the museum inside the fort which has a collection of vintage cars, ivory artifacts, and medieval costumes. In the afternoon, visit the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum, showcasing a vast collection of paintings, sculptures, and artifacts. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride on the Ganga River, experiencing the view of the illuminated ghats.

Recommendations

You can visit the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in the early morning to avoid the crowds. You can also take a day trip to the nearby city of Allahabad to visit the Triveni Sangam, where the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati River meet. You can take a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Indian dishes. To maximize your fun, you can take part in a yoga session or attend a classical music concert in the evening.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Assi Ghat Boat Ride (1.5 hours, INR 500)
  • Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple (2 hours, free entry)
  • Ganga Aarti ceremony (1 hour, free)
  • Deer Park in Sarnath (2 hours, free entry)
  • Archaeological Museum (1.5 hours, INR 5 for Indians, INR 100 for foreigners)
  • Chaukhandi Stupa (30 minutes, free entry)
  • Dhamek Stupa (1 hour, free entry)
  • Banarasi Silk Shopping (2 hours, cost varies)
  • Ramnagar Fort (2 hours, INR 15 for Indians, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum (1.5 hours, INR 10 for Indians, INR 200 for foreigners)
  • Ganga Boat Ride (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1,330 per person
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