{"id":30720,"date":"2023-03-21T13:09:55","date_gmt":"2023-03-21T13:09:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/?p=30720"},"modified":"2023-03-21T13:09:55","modified_gmt":"2023-03-21T13:09:55","slug":"most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/","title":{"rendered":"The 15 Most Interesting Facts About Varanasi"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Visitors to this city will find various attractions, from stunning architectural monuments to the divine Ganga Shanahan, which is said to cleanse the sins of the faithful. These 15 things of Varanasi contribute to the city&#8217;s distinct character.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#here-are-15-fascinating-facts-about-varanasi\" >Here are 15 fascinating facts about Varanasi:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#1-the-aarti-of-the-divine-heart-of-dashashwamedh\" >1. The Aarti of the Divine Heart of Dashashwamedh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#2-beautiful-ghats\" >2. Beautiful Ghats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#3-riding-the-ganges-in-a-boat\" >3. Riding The Ganges In A Boat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#4-divine-at-varanasis-temples\" >4.\u00a0 Divine At Varanasi&#8217;s Temples<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#5-sightseeing-the-sarnath-experience\" >5. Sightseeing The Sarnath Experience<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#6-an-array-of-retail-and-dining-options\" >6. An Array Of Retail And Dining Options<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#7-travellers-to-varanasi-who-are-on-the-lookout-for-a-weaving-community\" >7. Travellers To Varanasi Who Are On The Lookout For A Weaving Community<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#8-tempting-celebrations-and-markets\" >8. Tempting Celebrations and Markets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#9-witness-the-buddhist-rescue-attempt\" >9. Witness The Buddhist Rescue Attempt<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#10-entertaining-musical-performances\" >10. Entertaining Musical Performances<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#11-take-a-trip-to-the-ancient-ramnagar-fort\" >11. Take a Trip to the Ancient Ramnagar Fort<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#12-go-to-the-bharat-kala-bhavan-museum\" >12. Go To The Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#13-follow-one-of-the-silk\" >13. Follow One of the Silk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#14-use-the-malviya-bridge-to-go-over-the-ganges\" >14. Use The Malviya Bridge To Go Over The Ganges<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#15-enjoy-a-religious-dip-in-the-heavenly-ganges-river\" >15. Enjoy A Religious Dip In The Heavenly Ganges River<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-interesting-facts-about-varanasi\/#conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"here-are-15-fascinating-facts-about-varanasi\"><\/span>Here are 15 fascinating facts about Varanasi:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-the-aarti-of-the-divine-heart-of-dashashwamedh\"><\/span>1. The Aarti of the Divine Heart of Dashashwamedh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-20197 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ganga-Aarti-Varanasi-1.jpg\" alt=\"Ganga Aarti, Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ganga-Aarti-Varanasi-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ganga-Aarti-Varanasi-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ganga-Aarti-Varanasi-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Ganga-Aarti-Varanasi-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>During the daily Ganga Aarti, it becomes abundantly clear that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/dashashwamedh-ghat-varanasi.html\">Dashashwamedh<\/a> is one of the holiest ghats along the Ganges.<\/p>\n<p>The incense fills the room, and the aartis, lit from inside, are hypnotic. This stunning spectacle may be seen from a boat on the river and is an unforgettable experience. Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/ganga-aarti-varanasi-complete-travel-guide\/\">Ganga Aarti Varanasi- The River Ganga offers a visual treat<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-beautiful-ghats\"><\/span>2. Beautiful Ghats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30758 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Assi-Ghat-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Assi Ghat Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Assi-Ghat-Varanasi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Assi-Ghat-Varanasi-300x281.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Assi-Ghat-Varanasi-1024x960.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Assi-Ghat-Varanasi-768x720.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/popular-ghats-in-varanasi\/\">Varanasi&#8217;s ghats<\/a> are the city&#8217;s greatest draw; many of them were constructed by the Maratha Empire. There are more than eighty ghats scattered across the city, and each has its unique history.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/\">city of Varanasi<\/a> itself was named after two of its most well-known ghats, the Varun Ghat and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/assi-ghat-varanasi.html\">Assi Ghat<\/a>. Some ghats are used specifically for the ritual of cremation.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-riding-the-ganges-in-a-boat\"><\/span>3. Riding The Ganges In A Boat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30759 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ganges-Boat-Ride-in-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Ganges Boat Ride in Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ganges-Boat-Ride-in-Varanasi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ganges-Boat-Ride-in-Varanasi-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ganges-Boat-Ride-in-Varanasi-1024x499.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ganges-Boat-Ride-in-Varanasi-768x374.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The boat trip down the Ganges is a popular activity for vacationers. This is a popular early-morning activity in Varanasi. An early morning boat trip is a great way to take in the views of Varanasi, including the city&#8217;s many Palaces and forts and the famous Ghats.<\/p>\n<p>Sunrise and sunset boat rides are available. A boat trip on the sacred river at 5:30 in the morning is the best way to start the day. Furthermore, they go on till 8 in the morning\u2014amazing dawn over the Ganges.<\/p>\n<div class=\"trending\">\n<div class=\"trending-title\"><strong>Suggested Itineraries for Varanasi:<\/strong><\/div>\n<ul class=\"list-tag\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-with-varanasi-trip.html\">Delhi Agra Jaipur Varanasi Trip<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/golden-triangle-with-khajuraho-varanasi.html\">Golden Triangle With Varanasi Package<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/14-days-rajasthan-varanasi-itinerary.html\">14 Days Rajasthan and Varanasi Travel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/5-days-prayagraj-ayodhya-varanasi-itinerary.html\">5 Days Varanasi Prayagraj Ayodhya Tour<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/tour-packages\/varanasi-temple-tour-pilgrimage.html\">3 Days Varanasi Temple Trip Itinerary<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/\">Check Varanasi More Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-divine-at-varanasis-temples\"><\/span>4.\u00a0 Divine At Varanasi&#8217;s Temples<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30760 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Durga-Temple-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Durga Temple Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Durga-Temple-Varanasi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Durga-Temple-Varanasi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Durga-Temple-Varanasi-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Durga-Temple-Varanasi-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-popular-temples-in-varanasi\/\">Seeing temples in Varanasi<\/a> is high on most visitors&#8217; itineraries. Varanasi&#8217;s temples provide a direct line to the gods in the sacred country of gods. A temple occupies every square inch of the historic city.<\/p>\n<p>The 18th-century <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/durga-temple-varanasi.html\">Durga Temple<\/a>, the Annapurna Temple, the Ankatha Temple, the Kalbhairav Temple, the Mritunjay Mahadev Temple, the Tulsi Manas Temple, the Sankatmochan Temple, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/bharat-mata-temple-varanasi.html\">Bharat Mata Temple<\/a>, and many more are other well-known places of worship. Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/most-popular-temples-in-varanasi\/\">List of Most Famous Temples in Varanasi<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-sightseeing-the-sarnath-experience\"><\/span>5. Sightseeing The Sarnath Experience<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-19615 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa.jpg\" alt=\"Sarnath Dhamek Stupa\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Sarnath-Dhamek-Stupa-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/sarnath-tours\/\">Sightseeing Exploring Sarnath<\/a> Varanasi is a major destination for Buddhists and Hindus on their spiritual journeys. Sarnath can be reached from Varanasi in a little over a half-hour.<\/p>\n<p>The Dharmeth Stupa, constructed in 200 BC, is the primary attraction. It is 128 feet tall and has a diameter of 93 feet. The Ashoka pillar is covered with sculptures and depictions of numerous situations.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-an-array-of-retail-and-dining-options\"><\/span>6. An Array Of Retail And Dining Options<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30761 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dining-Options-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Dining Options Varanasi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dining-Options-Varanasi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dining-Options-Varanasi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Dining-Options-Varanasi-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After paying your respects to the gods, stroll through the markets of Godowlia and Vishwanath Gali in search of Banarasi saris, hand-knotted carpets, and fine woodwork.<\/p>\n<p>You can eat around the globe in Varanasi, with its abundance of international restaurants, or stick close to home with some of the best street food in India (don&#8217;t miss Kachori Gali!).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-travellers-to-varanasi-who-are-on-the-lookout-for-a-weaving-community\"><\/span>7. Travellers To Varanasi Who Are On The Lookout For A Weaving Community<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30762 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Weavers-in-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Weavers in Varanasi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Weavers-in-Varanasi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Weavers-in-Varanasi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Weavers-in-Varanasi-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Weavers in Varanasi, India, are famous worldwide for their exquisite textiles. Sarai Mohana is a well-known silk weaving centre and is the hamlet where the textiles are produced.<\/p>\n<p>The majority of women who wear these saris are Indian brides. The sari is a work of art that takes at least a week to make and often takes up to six months.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-tempting-celebrations-and-markets\"><\/span>8. Tempting Celebrations and Markets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30281 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Markets-for-Shopping-in-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Markets for Shopping in Varanasi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Markets-for-Shopping-in-Varanasi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Markets-for-Shopping-in-Varanasi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Markets-for-Shopping-in-Varanasi-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Like every other pilgrimage site, Varanasi is well-known for its many religious celebrations and markets throughout the year. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/celebration-of-maha-shivratri-in-india\/\">Maha Shivratri<\/a> is a one-day celebration that draws many people to the city.<\/p>\n<p>Diwali, Rangbhari Ekadashi, Ram Leela, Ganga Dussehra, Annakut, Shravan Maah, Makar Sankranti, etc., are other well-attended celebrations in the city. Dhrupad Mela, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/what-is-kumbh-mela-guide-kumbh-destinations-types-ritual-history-facts\/\">Kumbh Mela<\/a>, Sarnath Fair, and Vaisakhi Mela are four of the most significant religious fairs in the world.<\/p>\n<p>Read Also: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/famous-markets-for-shopping-in-varanasi\/\">11 Most Popular Markets for Shopping in Varanasi<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-witness-the-buddhist-rescue-attempt\"><\/span>9. Witness The Buddhist Rescue Attempt<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30763 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Witness-The-Buddhist-Rescue-Attempt-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Witness The Buddhist Rescue Attempt Varanasi\" width=\"1000\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Witness-The-Buddhist-Rescue-Attempt-Varanasi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Witness-The-Buddhist-Rescue-Attempt-Varanasi-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Witness-The-Buddhist-Rescue-Attempt-Varanasi-768x614.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Sarnath, around 13 kilometres from the picturesque city of Varanasi, is home to the stupa Dhamek, both spectacular and large. Ascetics are claimed to have been buried in the stupas&#8217; original form, a sitting posture called chaitya, before the advent of Buddhism. Immediately upon Buddha&#8217;s attaining Nirvana (Liberation), his body is reported to have been incinerated.<\/p>\n<p>The original Dhamek Stupa was supposedly commissioned by the renowned and well-recognized Mauryan ruler Ashoka, and its construction can be traced back to 500 CE.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-entertaining-musical-performances\"><\/span>10. Entertaining Musical Performances<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30764 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Music-Paradise-Hall-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Music Paradise Hall Varanasi\" width=\"958\" height=\"718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Music-Paradise-Hall-Varanasi.jpg 958w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Music-Paradise-Hall-Varanasi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Music-Paradise-Hall-Varanasi-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 958px) 100vw, 958px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>In addition to its spiritual significance, the music of Varanasi has the power to uplift and inspire. Many distinct musical traditions originated in Varanasi. Tabla, flutes, sitar, and sarods will all be played, and their melodies will captivate you. Intoxicating musical ragas are taught at some music schools.<\/p>\n<p>Music Paradise Hall, Gulabbarievent, Ganga Mahotsav, and the Mahindra Kabira Musical Event are just a few venues hosting musical performances here. Shehnai master Ustad Bismillah Khan, classical vocalist Girija Devi, and Sitar virtuoso Pandit Ravi Shankar are three of the most famous musicians in the world.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-take-a-trip-to-the-ancient-ramnagar-fort\"><\/span>11. Take a Trip to the Ancient Ramnagar Fort<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30765 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Ramnagar Fort Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ramnagar-Fort-Varanasi-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The magnificent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/ramnagar-fort-varanasi.html\">Ramnagar Fort<\/a>, constructed by Kashi Naresh, is on the western bank of the Ganges. Superb photo opportunities may be found on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/india\/varanasi-tours\/dashashwamedh-ghat-varanasi.html\">boat trip off Dashashmeveda Ghat<\/a>. The Saraswati Museum is a must-see attraction in the Ramnagar Fort.<\/p>\n<p>The museum is decorated with various antique American automobiles, sedan chairs, and ivory sculptures. On the tenth day, to celebrate the triumph of good over evil, the effigies of the demon king Ravana are burnt.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12-go-to-the-bharat-kala-bhavan-museum\"><\/span>12. Go To The Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30766 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bharat-Kala-Bhavan-Museum-Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bharat-Kala-Bhavan-Museum-Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bharat-Kala-Bhavan-Museum-Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bharat-Kala-Bhavan-Museum-Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Bharat-Kala-Bhavan-Museum-Banaras-Hindu-University-Varanasi-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is Madan Mohan Malviya&#8217;s Bharat Kala Bhavan, constructed at Banaras Hindu University. More than a million objects from diverse cultures are on display at Bharat Kala Bhavan, including Buddhist and Hindu sculptures, manuscripts, paintings, brocade textiles, Mughal miniatures, pictures, a contemporary art form, bronze statues, terracotta beads, pottery, craft, ivory goods, jewellery, and a rare collection of Rajasthani, Gujarati, and Pahari miniature paintings.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13-follow-one-of-the-silk\"><\/span>13. Follow One of the Silk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30767 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Varanasi-Silk-Market.jpg\" alt=\"Varanasi Silk Market\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Varanasi-Silk-Market.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Varanasi-Silk-Market-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Varanasi-Silk-Market-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Varanasi-Silk-Market-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The silk from Varanasi is renowned all over the globe. As a status symbol of exquisite taste, Benaras silk is the product of many hours of labour by skilled artisans.<\/p>\n<p>One may purchase saris and textiles at the Mehta International Silk Weaving Centre in Cantonment, which are guaranteed to become family treasures and be admired for centuries.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14-use-the-malviya-bridge-to-go-over-the-ganges\"><\/span>14. Use The Malviya Bridge To Go Over The Ganges<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30768 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Malviya-Bridge-To-Go-Over-The-Ganges-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Malviya Bridge To Go Over The Ganges Varanasi\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Malviya-Bridge-To-Go-Over-The-Ganges-Varanasi.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Malviya-Bridge-To-Go-Over-The-Ganges-Varanasi-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Malviya-Bridge-To-Go-Over-The-Ganges-Varanasi-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s a huge river crossing, for sure. The bridge has two levels; the bottom has the train track, while a major thoroughfare occupies the higher one.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15-enjoy-a-religious-dip-in-the-heavenly-ganges-river\"><\/span>15. Enjoy A Religious Dip In The Heavenly Ganges River<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-30769 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Religious-Dip-In-The-Heavenly-Ganges-River-Varanasi.jpg\" alt=\"Religious Dip In The Heavenly Ganges River Varanasi\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Religious-Dip-In-The-Heavenly-Ganges-River-Varanasi.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Religious-Dip-In-The-Heavenly-Ganges-River-Varanasi-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Religious-Dip-In-The-Heavenly-Ganges-River-Varanasi-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Religious-Dip-In-The-Heavenly-Ganges-River-Varanasi-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Many pilgrims go to this sacred city hoping to have their sins miraculously washed away. The city also plays home to the annual Kumbh Mela (Grand Pitcher Festival of India) on time.<\/p>\n<p>Therefore, if you&#8217;re looking for answers to life&#8217;s big questions while also taking a dip in the River Ganges, you&#8217;ve found the right place.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is often considered the oldest continuously inhabited city and the most religious of sacred towns. Varanasi has been a centre of study and spirituality for a long time. It goes by several names, including Kashi, Avimukta, and Benaras.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Articles:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/famous-street-food-places-in-varanasi\/\">8 Popular Street Food Places in Varanasi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/travel-guide-kashi-vishwanath-temple-in-varanasi\/\">A Detailed Travel Guide \u2013 Kashi Vishwanath Temple In Varanasi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/best-restaurants-in-varanasi-famous-for-local-and-international-dishes\/\">Varanasi is Popular for Local and International Dishes<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/travel-from-delhi-to-varanasi\/\">Best Way to Travel from Delhi to Varanasi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/museums-in-varanasi\/\">Varanasi&#8217;s Top 12 Famous Museums<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/top-reasons-to-visit-varanasi-once-in-your-lifetime\/\">Why You Should Visit Varanasi Once in a Lifetime<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/5-star-hotels-in-varanasi-near-ghat\/\">Varanasi&#8217;s 5-Star Hotels Near Ghat<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/things-to-do-in-varanasi\/\">10 Famous Things to do in Varanasi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tusktravel.com\/blog\/top-places-to-visit-in-varanasi\/\">Varanasi&#8217;s Most Popular Places to See<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Visitors to this city will find various attractions, from stunning architectural monuments to the divine Ganga Shanahan, which is said to [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":30770,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[62],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-30720","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-varanasi"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - 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