3 Best Tourist Attractions in Varanasi, UP

“Dashashwamedh Ghat was established by Peshwa Balaji Baji Rao in 1748 and is located near the ancient Kashi Vishwanath Temple on the banks of the Ganges River. In 1774, it was restored by Ahilyabai Holkar, the Queen of Indore. The ghat is renowned for the daily Agni Pūjā, performed in the evening by a group of priests devoted to Lord Shiva. It is the most popular and frequently visited ghat in Varanasi, hosting the world-famous Ganga Aarti every evening. Dashashwamedh Ghat has been a sacred site for devotees, pilgrims, and tourists for years. It offers a profound spiritual, religious, and cultural experience.”

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“Ramnagar Fort was built with red sandstone and has a temple and museum within the Fort. The temple was built in the name of Ved Vyas. The fortress's museum holds a collection of cars, palanquins, swords, old guns, ivory work and antique clocks. The museum is divided into five galleries starting from the collection of vintage cars and palanquins, followed by the textile gallery, armoury, personal decorative items and old photographs. The palace is majestically designed and, during the Dussehra festival, it comes alive with colour and vibrancy. For about 400 years, this sandstone building was once home to the royals. Inscriptions present in the outer ramparts date back to the 17th century.”

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“Manikarnika Ghat is the main cremation ghat in Varanasi and is considered the most auspicious place for a Hindu to be cremated. Cremations take place here 24/7, throughout the year. Between the well and the ghat lies a stone slab called Charanpaduka, which bears footprints believed to be those of Lord Vishnu. The ghat also features a temple dedicated to Lord Ganesh. Manikarnika Ghat is regarded as a sacred site for the departed. Mastering the precise use of wood to ensure complete incineration is considered an art. With its deep cultural and religious significance, Manikarnika Ghat attracts visitors and pilgrims from around the world.”

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