The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

July 18, 2021 Karren Gelb

The north Indian city of Varanasi, or Benares, is regarded as sacred by Hindus, Buddhists and Jains. Situated in the fertile Ganga valley and on the banks of the Ganges, Varanasi is a place of pilgrimage for Hindus, who come to bathe in the holy river. Known as the City of Temples and a beacon of culture, Varanasi has produced many renowned writers. It’s also a center of silk weaving, so practice haggling at the chaotic bazaar for some beautiful souvenirs. Rickshaws are the best way to get about.
Restaurants in Varanasi

1. Yoga Education Training Society

D.32/162, Devnathpura, Bengalitola near Golden Sporting Club, Varanasi 221001 India +91 98391 05112 [email protected] http://www.varanasiindiango.jimdo.com
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Yoga Education Training Society

Reviewed By Arnauju

We did the spiritual tour and it was amazing. We learned a lot about the indian culture and religion. It was fantastic. We also did a cooking class and we really enjoy and learn how to do some traditional dishes. 10/10!

2. Varanasi Remembrances

Man Mandir Dashashwmedh D 15/69 Near Shree Cafe, Varanasi 221001 India +91 97925 87799 [email protected] http://www.varanasiremembrances.com/index.html
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Varanasi Remembrances

This Shop is my long time planning AND hard work come true. All my products are beautiful and very very very useful for all intire UNIVERSE

Reviewed By 972sunilp - Varanasi, India

Varanasi Remembrance is one of the most organised shop in Varanasi. Perfectly perfect for all budgets people they have cheaper enlightened Mala for Zodiac signs and their real essential oils quality very high and last longing. Owner is a old Brahmin too much great knowledge about Aroma therapy oils. My favourite Rajul for concentration Lovers for healing your heart Crazy for Kundlini and lower chakras Ganesha for meditation Definitely worth a visit

3. Varanasi Ganga Tour - Day Tours

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Varanasi Ganga Tour - Day Tours

I M Gaurav, Basically from Varanasi Oldest Town, my house is near the Golden temple, Famous (Kashi Vishwanath Temple), i can show you my city as a local way, you will feel like a local Varanasi People.

4. Varanasi Old City Tours

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Varanasi Old City Tours

Join our friendly and experienced guides to explore Varanasi in all its magical splendor through our special walking, boat and sightseeing tours. Come and discover Varanasi one experience at a time!

5. Roobaroo Walks

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Roobaroo Walks

Discover the soul that pervades Varanasi, walking amidst spectacular places – often unknown, listening to the back-stories interweaving History, Culture, and meeting the locals. Our Walking Tours will open the city to you, and help make the most of your time. We've also recently launched our Delhi chapter.

6. Varanasi Walks

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Varanasi Walks

VaranasiWalks is the oldest experience oriented eco-friendly walking tour and boat journey collective in Varanasi. Since 2008 our Explorers have given an intimate look at the holy city of Varanasi and are able to show you places in the city that the average tourist could never find. Our walks cater to those who want to see the layered interiors of the city and avoid the static silk shopping game. The boatrides include short walks and detailed history along with immersed experiences! As a collective of residents of the city we are flexible and open to working with you to create a experience you will never forget. VaranasiWalks was started by Jai while he was running a successful Hindu Studies & Hindi Language university program and working in the Social Service sector. Jai has been giving walks in Varanasi since 2004.

7. Siddharth Yoga Center

Mansarowar Ghat, below Lotus Lounge Restaurant, Varanasi 221001 India +91 92368 30966 http://www.yogasiddharth.com
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Siddharth Yoga Center

8. Underground Varanasi Tours

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Underground Varanasi Tours

Varanasi is a beautiful holy city of the Hindu religion and needs one of the best tour guides. Underground Varanasi Tours provide local tours by a young local Varanasi man who has grown up in the city. Tours include walking, boat and temple tours with an easy pace and relaxed attitude. You can also ask to for tours specific to your desires. You can learn basic Hindi and what to do and not to do.

9. Ashul Sharma

Man Mandir Ghat D 15/25 Near Varanasi Remembrances Dashashwmedh, Varanasi 221001 India +91 98393 25103 [email protected]
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Ashul Sharma

Reviewed By violettesoleil - Los Angeles, United States

Upon meeting BABA aka Ashul Sharma, it is easy to see why he is so loved and sought after in Varanasi for his guidance and wisdom as a vedic astrologer and powerful spiritual healer. He is completely authentic and not only that, quite funny. But, do not let his belly laugh and contagious smile fool you, this man is extremely gifted and has the ability to see and help ones that come in search of his services. Even as busy as he gets at times, he will always make sure that each client has the time needed to cover whatever is desired in each session. After my reading with Baba, we sat and talked and laughed. It was fun just to hang out on his meditation cushions be surrounded by images of gods and gurus. I cannot wait to go back to Varanasi and seeing Baba will be my first stop as not only is he my spiritual guide and helper, but also a friend with a heart of gold. Love you Baba!!

10. Groovy Tours

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Banaras (Varanasi/Kashi) is the mosaic of Indian culture with respect to representing the diversity and the distinctiveness of the regional cultures of India through superimposition in the passage of time. People from all parts of India, speaking different languages and dialects and carrying their own traits, taboos and traditional have settled in this city. Ultimately they accepted Vishvanath Shiva as their main deity. In Banaras alone, there are over 3600 Hindu shrines and temles, 1388 Muslim shrines and mosques, 42 Sikh temples, 12 churches, 3 Jain temples, 9 Buddhist temples and several other sacred sites and places. it is said 'by seeing Varanasi, one can see as much of life as the whole India can show'; but it is not easy to comprehend for those who stand outside the Hindu trandition. The stories of Ganga would change, but the motherly river lives on. The 6.5 KMs long riverfront of river Ganga in Varanasi, possesses a unique history, specific vision of magnificent architectural row of lofty buildings and holy sites.In a way, the city of Banaras is perceived as an intellectual laboratory of humanity where any aspects of life, from past to future, tradition to modernity, chaos to order, realization to revelation, perspectives to prospects, illusion to vision, death to life, displacement to settlement...and so on,... can easily be seen, envisioned, portrayed, purveyed, and also presented a model frame for step forward in understand and co-sharing by making bridge between locality and universality, and also between humanity and divinity.The merit of Varanasi lies in the fact that there is so much for every need and every mood, that there can be no one who returns from here less than inspired. We, Groovy tours, has specialized division to cater to the needs of all types of travelers; whether it is a guest looking for safety and security of escorted group tours, or someone seeking exclusive customized tour package, business traveler, a pilgrim or someone just looking to walk in the hidden alleys of one of the oldest living cities on the planet.Lets explore Varanasi with us!!!

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