Varanasi 2 Nights & 3 Days Itinerary

Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Also known as  Benares, Banaras, or Kashi.

Varanasi has been a cultural center of northern India for several thousand years and is closely associated with the Ganges. Hindus believe that dying here and getting cremated along the banks of the "holy" Ganges river allows one to break the cycle of rebirth and attain salvation, making it a major center for pilgrimage. 

The city is known worldwide for its many ghats, embankments made in steps of stone slabs along the river bank where pilgrims perform ritual ablutions. Of particular note are the Dashashwamedh Ghat, the Panchganga Ghat, the Manikarnika Ghat, and the Harishchandra Ghat.

The Ramnagar Fort, near the eastern bank of the Ganges, was built in the 18th century in the Mughal style of architecture, featuring carved balconies, open courtyards, and scenic pavilions. Among the estimated 23,000 temples in Varanasi are Kashi Vishwanath Temple of Shiva, the Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, and the Durga Temple. The Kashi Naresh (Maharaja of Kashi) is the chief cultural patron of Varanasi and an essential part of all religious celebrations. 

The city has long been an educational and musical center: many prominent Indian philosophers, poets, writers, and musicians live or have lived in the city, and it was the place where the Benares Gharana form of Hindustani classical music was developed. One of Asia's largest residential universities is Banaras Hindu University (BHU).

Also, there are 15 mosques of significant historical value in Varanasi. Of particular note are the Abdul Razzaq, Alamgir, Bibi Razia, Chaukhambha, Dhai Nim Kangore, Fatman, Ganje Shahada, Gyanavapi, and Hazrat Sayyed Salar Masud Dargah. Many of these mosques were constructed from the components of the Hindu shrines which were destroyed under the auspices of subsequent Muslim invaders or rulers. 

The two well-known mosques are the Gyanvapi Mosque and the Alamgir Mosque.

Best time to Visit 

The best time to visit Varanasi is Winter (November - February) since the temperature is low and there is a calm breeze throughout the day. Summers in Varanasi experience high and dry temperatures. 

How to Reach

Air:

Varanasi is served by Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, which is well connected from the other parts of India and the world. 

Rail:

There are multiple railway stations in Varanasi, and the stations are well connected from the other cities of India. 

Road:

NH-40 is well connected to Varanasi from Delhi and other cities of India and Yes, you can enjoy a comfortable ride and even customize your trip according to your convenience. You would also have the flexibility to make pit stops along the way, which certainly contributes to enhancing the whole road trip experience.