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Varanasi Trip

A tapestry of history, spirituality, and culture

Day 1

I took a train from New Delhi Railway Station to Varanasi in the afternoon and arrived in Varanasi the next morning.

In the morning, I began Varanasi trip by visiting Assi Ghat, where I felt the spiritual vibes. I also took a holy dip in the River Ganga. I also walked alongside the river and explored the nearby ghats. I had lunch at restaurant with ganga view.

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I took a boat to reach Dashashwamedh Ghat from Assi Ghat, and it was an amazing experience, a must-do for me in Varanasi. The boat passed by nearby ghats like Jain Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat. Boat charge: 150 rs ( can be bargained)

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After a 15-minute boat ride, I reached Dashashwamedh Ghat, where people were waiting for the Ganga Aarti to begin. Around 6 pm, the Aarti commenced, and it was a deeply spiritual experience to witness. After the Aarti, I returned to my hostel.

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Day 2

The next morning, at around 8 am, I headed to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple for Mahadev darshan. I waited in line for approximately 20 minutes to have darshan.

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From the Vishwanath Temple, I walked towards Manikarnika Ghat. it's believed that those cremated here achieve liberation from the cycle of reincarnation. The ghat is a powerful symbol of the circle of life and death.

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Now, I visited Kashi Chat Bhandar. They offer various types of chats. I tried a couple of them, and I especially liked the Aloo Tikki Chat. After chat I also had a lassi

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I visited Bharat mata mandir. The Bharat Mata Mandir in Varanasi is a unique and patriotic temple dedicated to Mother India. Unlike traditional temples dedicated to deities, this temple venerates India as a nation.

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After a spiritually enriching two-day trip, I took a bus to return to Delhi.