One of the seven holy cities for Hindus, Varanasi is a sight to behold. It is an exhausting, liberating, and uninhibited experience; all at the same time. The colossal temples & ghats and the other popular places to visit in Varanasi attract millions of tourists year after year. Not only is it a popular destination among the Indian travelers, but foreigners also love it too.
Although the city is known for its ghats, temples, and music (yes, the music too), there are many other famous places in Varanasi that must be seen and experienced on your Varanasi trip.
Assi Ghat – For Those Seeking Spirituality
Dashashwamedh Ghat – The Most Vibrant Ghat In Town
Manikarnika Ghat – The Prime Cremation Ghat In Varanasi
Shivala Ghat – The Reflection Of The Past
Ahilyabai Ghat – Famed For Its Name
Rana Mahal Ghat – For The True Explorers
Panchganga Ghat – Where The Five Rivers Met
Causatthi Ghat – The Shelter Of The Famous Sanskrit Scholar
Kashi Vishwanath Temple – The Only Jyotirlinga In Uttar Pradesh
Tulsi Manas Temple – Where Ramcharitmanas Was Written
Durga Temple – The Fabled Old World Legend
Gyan Vapi Well – The Well Of Knowledge
Ramnagar Fort & Museum – The Mughal Era Fortification
Chunar Fort – A Spooky Little Rampart
Sarnath – The Famed Historical Ruin
Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum – The Hub Of Art And Culture
Man Mandir Observatory – The Varanasi Heritage
Alamgir Mosque – Reminiscent Of The Mughal Era
Brown Bread Bakery – The First Organic Bakery In Varanasi
Lotus Lounge – The Most Famous Terrace Lounge
Open Hand Shop & Cafe – A Lively Modern Space
Godowlia Market – The Busiest Shopping Junction In Town
Chowk & Vishwanath Gali – Real Essence Of The City Lies Here
The Banaras Silk Emporium – For The Love Of Banarasi Silk
Shri Gandhi Ashram Khadi Bhandar – For Natural Products
