Banaras or Varanasi is one of the holiest cities for Hindus and the city is visited by millions of devotees as part of their pilgrimage and exploration journey to know themselves and sanatan dharma / hinduism better.
Varanasi is a spiritual and religious center for Hindus and is a prominent city in Uttar Pradesh state of India.
Varanasi is very well connected through Road, Railways and Air, and thanks to the great focus on government on the city, the city has witnessed tremendous growth and development in past few years.
Top tips to embrace and immerse into the local culture during your journey are -
1. Eat local - Enjoy the local delicacies such as Long Lata, Bati Chokha, Malayo, Paan, Sabzi Kachori, Jalebi, etc.
2. Respect the local traditions, customs and guidelines - In many temples, photography is strictly prohibited. Taking off shoes/ sandals before entering religious places is important, etc. You must follow such guidelines sincerely.
Below is the list of places that you can visit during your journey to Banaras -
Assi ghat - Assi ghat is one of the ghats or river banks which witnesses the ganga arti in the evenings.
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir - It is one of the oldest temples dedicated to God Hanuman where Hamunan Chalisa was written hundreds of years ago.
Vishwanath Mandir
Annapurna Mandir
Kaal bherav Mandir
Durga Kund Mandir
Tulsi Manas Mandir
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