Varanasi is not just a place for pilgrimage. Any tourist who goes there will come back with a refreshed state of mind. Spending a few minutes near the Ganga Ghat can surely calm down the mind. In fact , the reason why many Indians and even foreigners make it a point to visit this holy city is because they believe that this place has the spiritual vibes which can really lead to enlightenment.

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Starting from Bengaluru?

The best thing about Bengaluru is that 40% of the city is filled with gardens and nearly 15% is filled with lakes! That makes this place very attractive. Also , it is not just the ‘IT hub’ it is also the ‘Garden City’ of this country which enjoys pleasant weather most of the time during the year. This city also has one of the oldest drainage infrastructure built centuries ago!

What is Interesting in Bengaluru?

There is a lot to see in Bengaluru. The beauty of Bangalore Palace , the greenery in Cubbon Park , the flowers in Lalbagh , the shopping experience in MG road , the beauty of Banneraghatta National Park , the serenity of Ulsoor lake , the marvellous structure of Vidhana Soudha and the architecture of Tipu Sultan's Palace- these are just a few of the attractions that welcome anyone who comes to this city. To visit at least a few of these spots , the best thing to do is to catch the Bengaluru Darshan sightseeing bus run by KSRTC and BMTC.

Known as Kempegowda International-Airport , the Bengaluru Airport is at a distance of 40 km from the centre of the city. Built in an area of 4000 acres , this airport caters to both domestic as well as international flights. The best option to reach the airport is catching an air-conditioned bus run by the airport. Other options include auto-rickshaws and taxis.

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Varanasi

Varanasi (or Banaras) is among the holiest cities of India situated on the banks of the holy river Ganga. This sacred city is located in Uttar Pradesh. Apart from its temples , this place is also famous for Ivory works , perfumes , silk fabrics and even sculpture. This city is a very old city and that makes it very interesting because every corner of this city reflects ancient India and that makes anyone go back in time. Also , Hindus believe that this place is inhabited by none other than the Lord Shiva. There are many Ghats on the banks of river Ganga and every evening , many holy rituals like ‘Aarti’ are conducted here (must-watch).

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Varanasi airport is now renamed as “Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport”. It is situated around 26 km from the city in a place known as Babatpur. Though there are several modes of transport like cabs , auto-rickshaws and Tuk-Tuks , in order to reach the airport on time , hiring a taxi is a better option.

Destinations in and around Varanasi

This city is filled with lots of interesting spots to visit. Apart from that , there are so many popular tourist destinations outside the city too. To move around inside the city , there are cycle rickshaws , auto-rickshaws , Maharaja Rickshaws , taxis and tuk-tuk. To travel outside the city to reach weekend getaways , the options include Govt. buses , private buses , rental cabs and trains from three stations (Varanasi Junction , Manduadih Railway Station and Mughal Sarai Junction).

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Religious and spiritual destinations in Varanasi
Vishwanath Temple , Dasaswamedh Ghat , Sankat Mochan Mandir , Durga Temple , Manikarnika Ghat , Bharat Mata Temple , Kaal Bhairav Temple , Kedar Ghat , Man Mandir Ghat , Harischandra Ghat , Hanuman Ghat.

Places of art and architecture in Varanasi
One architectural marvel in this city is the Ram Nagar Fort. It was constructed in the year 1750. A king known as Raja Naresh Balwantsingh built this structure which is a beautiful blend of both Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. Tourists can have an awesome view of the Ghats from this fort. Other architectural wonders of this city include the Benaras Hindu University , Kashi Vishwanath Temple and even the 80 Ghats of the Ganga.

Weekend getaways near Varanasi
Apart from all the attractions inside the city , there are several other destinations that are quite near to this city. Here are some of those interesting places:
Chandauli: This place is nearly 50 km away from Kasi. There is a fort here which is a tourist attraction. Other attractions near Chandauli include Chandraprabha wildlife-Santuary , Baba Latif Shah Tomb and Hakiya Kali-Mandir. There are trains from Varanasi to this place. Chandauli lies between the Mughal-Sarai and Sasaram railway lines.
Allahabad: This sacred place is 121 km from the city (Banaras). It is a major pilgrimage center where three rivers meet (Ganga , Saraswathi and Yamuna). Though there are trains , it just takes 3 hours in a bus to reach this city from Varanasi.
Sarnath: This place is a Buddhist pilgrimage spot which is just 10km away from the city. This city is full of beautiful temples , historic sites , museums and stupas. Buddha gave his first speech in this place. Ashoka pillar is a famous spot in Sarnath. From Varanasi , an auto-rickshaw is a convenient mode of transport to reach Sarnath.
Ayodhya: Ayodhya is also known as “Rama Janma Bhoomi” as this place is said to be Lord Rama's birthplace. It is located in Uttar Pradesh on the banks of Sarayu river. This place is around 182 km from Banaras. Buses , trains and taxis are the 3 modes of transport to reach Ayodhya from Kasi/Benaras.
Lucknow: This city is famous for monuments that belong to the Mughal era. Though Lucknow is around 285 kms from Benaras , trains can make the journey convenient. It could take around 5 hours to reach by train. Hiring a taxi can help reach Lucknow in just 4 hours.

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