Day 08: Varanasi
Morning at 08.15 we reach the city of Shiva, Varanasi. After relaxing in the cozy ambience of the hotel Taj Ganges, we start our Varanasi tour by exploring the century old temples still standing wrapped into heritage. We make our first stop at Kashi Vishwanath Temple, whose gold clad twin spires can be seen afar. Our other devotional destinations in Varanasi include Tulsi Manas Temple, Durga Temple and Bharat Mata Temple, whose age century old heritage will amaze you.
After having traditional Indian vegetarian lunch, we start for Sarnath, the 2500 year old city still alive with the fragrance of Lord Buddha. See the sacred Dhamekh Stupa - Seat of the holy Buddha, from where He delivered his first sermon after attaining salvation. You can feel the holy air of Sarnath touching you as if purifying your soul and mind.
We have kept the evening for your exploration of the ghats (river bank) of the Ganges. It is believed widely that a holy snan (bathe) in the Ganges helps to attain nirvana (salvation). So, what are you waiting for? Try for yourself, if the dip in the holy river really has some magic to do! But, we can say for certainty, the immense faith of the devotees around you and thousands of diya (earthen lamp) floating on the river are sure to give an unforgettable evening of your life. Enjoy the sun set while having a boat cruise along the river. Later, shop a bit of Silk garments, as Varanasi silks are famous in the whole world. Overnight at the hotel.
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