Varanasi
Ghats, ancient lanes and the Ganga aarti
- Best time to visit
- October–March
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- Located in
- Uttar Pradesh
One of the oldest living cities in the world, centred on the ghats of the Ganga and the Kashi Vishwanath temple.
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When to go & what to know
Best season
October–March
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Famous food
- Kachori sabzi
- Malaiyyo (winter)
- Banarasi paan
- Tamatar chaat
Stay, eat & get around in Varanasi
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4.3/5★★★★★Based on 4 reviews
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Things to see4.5
Food4.0
Safety4.3
Value for money4.5
Stunning scenery and friendly locals. Book stays early in peak months and carry cash for smaller places.
Stunning scenery and friendly locals. Book stays early in peak months and carry cash for smaller places.
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Meera Iyer – India19 January 2026 · Travelled as family
Beautiful but busy in season
Stunning scenery and friendly locals. Book stays early in peak months and carry cash for smaller places.
Things to see 5/5Food 4/5Safety 4/5Value for money 4/5
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Rahul Mehta – India10 October 2026 · Travelled as family
Beautiful but busy in season
Stunning scenery and friendly locals. Book stays early in peak months and carry cash for smaller places.
Things to see 5/5Food 3/5Safety 4/5Value for money 4/5
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Vikram Singh – India7 March 2026 · Travelled as couple
Worth every minute
Give yourself more days than you think. Mornings are magical before the crowds arrive.
Things to see 4/5Food 5/5Safety 5/5Value for money 5/5
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Rohan Desai – India13 August 2026 · Travelled as family
Beautiful but busy in season
Stunning scenery and friendly locals. Book stays early in peak months and carry cash for smaller places.
Things to see 4/5Food 4/5Safety 4/5Value for money 5/5
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