{"id":2078,"date":"2021-07-02T19:22:53","date_gmt":"2021-07-02T19:22:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/indianonly.in\/?p=2078"},"modified":"2021-07-03T11:55:24","modified_gmt":"2021-07-03T11:55:24","slug":"best-places-to-visit-in-varanasi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/index.php\/2021\/07\/02\/best-places-to-visit-in-varanasi\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Places to Visit in Varanasi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Let us look at some of the best places to visit in Varanasi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin with, the center of action in Varanasi can be found at the&nbsp;Banaras ghats. It is a series of giant steps leading to the&nbsp;Ganges River. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, devotees believe Varanasi is where they can break free from the cycle of rebirth and unite with the divine upon death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Touted as one of the holiest cities in India, it has loads of temples and ghats that host endless lines of pilgrims from all over the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, of course, it only adds to the holiness of the fact that river Ganga passes through Varanasi!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Here Is The List of best places to visit in Varanasi:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Dasaswamedh Ghat<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Assi Ghat<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">New Vishwanath Temple<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Alamgir Mosque<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Dhamek Stupa<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Shivala Ghat<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Durga Temple<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Gyan Vapi Well<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Chunar Fort<\/span><\/li><li><span class=\"has-inline-color has-light-green-cyan-color\">Lotus Lounge<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2>1. Dasaswamedh Ghat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dasaswamedh-Ghat.jpg\" alt=\"Best Places to Visit in Varanasi\" class=\"wp-image-2080\" width=\"324\" height=\"215\" srcset=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dasaswamedh-Ghat.jpg 612w, https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dasaswamedh-Ghat-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 324px) 100vw, 324px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, people believe that this particular ghat is the oldest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The lively atmosphere of the Dasaswamedh Ghat makes it one of the best places to visit in Varanasi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This tourist attraction is a swirling hodgepodge of flower sellers touting bright blossoms, boat operators hawking rides. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can spend hours people watching in this area during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>2. Assi Ghat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Assi-Ghat.jpg\" alt=\"Best Places to Visit in Varanasi\" class=\"wp-image-2081\" width=\"217\" height=\"287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Assi-Ghat.jpg 463w, https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Assi-Ghat-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 217px) 100vw, 217px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to famous places in Varanasi, the city&#8217;s southernmost main ghat regularly tops the list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Assi Ghat&#8217;s star attraction is a&nbsp;Shiva lingam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It draws hundreds of pilgrims every day, who come to worship Lord Shiva after rinsing in the Ganges River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>3. New Vishwanath Temple<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/New-Vishwanath-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"Best Places to Visit in Varanasi\" class=\"wp-image-2082\" width=\"373\" height=\"249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/New-Vishwanath-Temple.jpg 612w, https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/New-Vishwanath-Temple-300x201.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 373px) 100vw, 373px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>It is inside Banaras Hindu University. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, the Birla family that has been a hugely successful group of entrepreneurs in India commissioned its construction.\\<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every wall of it is covered in the utterings of Lord Krishna, when he recited the Bhagwad Gita.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, the ideal visit time is 2:30 AM to 11:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>4. Alamgir Mosque<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alamgir-Mosque.jpg\" alt=\"Alamgir Mosque\" class=\"wp-image-2083\" width=\"256\" height=\"386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alamgir-Mosque.jpg 406w, https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Alamgir-Mosque-199x300.jpg 199w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>On a list filled with temples, Alamgir mosque stands proudly as a representation of Muslims who have lived here for centuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In is famous for its incredible Islamic architecture. This mosque is unique in the fact that it lies on the banks of the Ganga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, the ideal visit time is 7:00 AM- 7:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>5. Dhamek Stupa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dhamek-Stupa.jpg\" alt=\"Dhamek Stupa\" class=\"wp-image-2084\" width=\"364\" height=\"242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dhamek-Stupa.jpg 612w, https:\/\/indianonly.in\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Dhamek-Stupa-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>To begin with, Hinduism certainly has a stronghold on Varanasi, but Buddhism has a major presence less than 12 kilometers away in the village of&nbsp;Sarnath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here, you&#8217;ll find the Dhamek Stupa, a massive stone and brick structure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The devout believe that the Buddha came to Dhamek Stupa to give his first sermon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And, he showed the way to the eightfold path after attaining enlightenment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In conclusion, the colossal temples &amp;&nbsp;ghats and the other popular&nbsp;places to visit in Varanasi&nbsp;attract millions of tourists year after year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, it is not only a popular destination among the Indian travelers, foreigners love it too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, here, we have discussed some of the best places to visit in Varanasi.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Let us look at some of the best places to visit in Varanasi. 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