History, Mysticism & Religions of Kashi(Sightseeing by Car)
ID: GYG525854-915557
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Experience the history that represent from where they stand with our English speaking guide on this sightseeing tour by car
Varanasi has a different experience to offer; gentle waters of the Ganges, ancient ghats, narrow serpentine alleys of city, the myriad temple spires, ashrams and devotional hymn—all offer a kind of mystifying experience that is unique to the city of Shiva.
1. Ramnagar Fort- majestic palace which is a combination of architectural excellence and astronomical brilliance constructed by the King of Banaras in the year 1750 AD.
2. Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum which is renowned for its rich collection of Indian paintings date back to between 11th century and 20th century.
3. Visit the holiest of Shiva temples where main deity is known by the name Vishwanatha meaning the Ruler of the universe and explore the other small temples in the complex as well as a small well known wisdom well.
4. Discover the old and spectacular ghats located at the bank of the river Ganga along with Manikarnika & Harishchandra Ghats dedicated to the cremation ritualwhere dead human cremated for souls to finds salvation/Moksha
5. Dashashwamedh Ghat which is heart of the action where the famous Ganga aarti takes place every evening. Eyewitness the mystic Ganga Aarti; one of the five rituals performed for the worship of sacred river Ganga.
6. Enjoy evening boat ride around Manikarnika Ghat viewing city's most wonderful scenes with great conversation to understand the importance of Kashi and faith in the God.
7. Explore the Assi Ghat - furthest south of the main ghat and Shri Durga Temple along with old buildings, narrow lanes and old markets of the Kashi.
Highlights
- Explore this majestic Ramnagar Fort
- Most of the Varanasi ghats are more than 300 years old
- Explore the Bharat Kala Bhavan Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
1. Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
2. We provide hotel pickup and drop-off services. To check if your hotel is included in the list of pickup points, please refer to our checkout page.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
