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Two-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Varanasi in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Dashashwamedh Ghat
    20 minutes (5.9 km) from Varanasi Junction Railway Station

    Morning: Start your day by taking a boat ride on the Ganges to witness the beautiful sunrise. After that, head to the nearby Kashi Vishwanath Temple for darshan.
    Afternoon: Next, visit the Manikarnika Ghat, one of the oldest and most sacred ghats in Varanasi. You can also explore the nearby narrow alleys and shops selling traditional Banarasi silk sarees.
    Evening: In the evening, attend the Ganga Aarti ceremony at Dashashwamedh Ghat. This grand spectacle of light and sound is a must-see for anyone visiting Varanasi.

  2. Day 2: Sarnath
    30 minutes (10 km) from Varanasi Junction Railway Station

    Morning: Start your day by visiting the Dhamek Stupa, a massive structure that stands as a testimony to the ancient Buddhist architecture. Next head to the Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Temple, which houses the relics of Lord Buddha.
    Afternoon: After lunch, visit the Sarnath Museum. It has a rich collection of artifacts from the ancient Buddhist era.
    Evening: In the evening, visit the Chaukhandi Stupa, which serves as the entrance to the Sarnath archaeological site.

Recommendations

You can also visit the Ramnagar Fort, which is located on the opposite bank of the Ganges. It is a beautiful example of the Mughal architecture. You can also take a day-trip to the nearby city of Allahabad, which is famous for the Triveni Sangam, the confluence of three holy rivers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Dashashwamedh Ghat (3 hours, free)
  • Kashi Vishwanath Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Manikarnika Ghat (2 hours, free)
  • Ganga Aarti ceremony (1 hour, free)
  • Dhamek Stupa (1 hour, INR 15)
  • Mulagandha Kuti Vihar Temple (1 hour, INR 10)
  • Sarnath Museum (1 hour, INR 5)
  • Chaukhandi Stupa (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 30

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