Varanasi, one of the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, is renowned for its ancient temples, ghats along the Ganges, and vibrant Hindu culture.
Also known as: Kashi · Benares
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Hindi · Bhojpuri
Coordinates
25.318°, 82.974°
Key facts
1Varanasi is one of the four holy cities of Hinduism
2The city has over 2,000 temples, including the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple
3Varanasi is a major center for silk production, known for its Banarasi silk saris
Timeline
700 BCE: First mention of Varanasi in the ancient texts of the Mahabharata
518 BCE: Buddha gives his first sermon at Sarnath, near Varanasi
1194 CE: Varanasi is conquered by Muhammad Ghori, marking the beginning of Muslim rule
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Ganges River Boat Ride
Experience the spiritual heart of Varanasi with a boat ride along the sacred Ganges River.