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Ranchi to Banaras: A Foodie's Delight

  1. Day 1: Ranchi to Varanasi
    Flight from Ranchi to Varanasi (1 hour 20 minutes)

    In the morning, take a direct flight to Varanasi. After checking into your hotel, head to Blue Lassi in the heart of the city, famous for its delicious lassi with a variety of toppings. Afternoon, visit Kachori Gali, known for its piping hot kachoris, a savoury Indian snack. End your day with a visit to the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

  2. Day 2: Varanasi
    Walking Distance

    Begin your day with a boat ride on the Ganges, where you can watch the sunrise and witness the morning rituals of the locals. After breakfast, head to Deena Chaat Bhandar, one of the oldest chaat shops in Varanasi, for some tangy chaat. Next, visit the famous Manikarnika Ghat, the largest and oldest cremation ground in Varanasi. In the evening, visit Brown Bread Bakery for some freshly baked bread and pastries.

  3. Day 3: Varanasi to Banaras
    Distance: 12 km (30 minutes by car)

    Start your day with a visit to Assi Ghat, known for its beautiful sunrise and sunset views. Next, head to the famous Blue Lassi in Banaras, known for its delicious lassi with seasonal fruits and nuts. Afternoon, visit the local market, Vishwanath Gali, which is famous for its silk sarees, Banarasi paan, and street food. End your day with a visit to the Ramnagar Fort, a 17th-century fort on the banks of the Ganges.

Recommendations

While in Varanasi, don't miss out on trying the famous Banarasi paan and the local street food. Take a side trip to Sarnath, an important Buddhist pilgrimage site, just 10 km from Varanasi. To maximize your fun, try attending the Ganga Aarti ceremony held daily in the evening at Dashashwamedh Ghat. Another suggestion would be to take a food walking tour of Varanasi, which will take you to some of the oldest shops in the city, tasting some of the most iconic dishes.

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