Namaste, Traveler!
This week, weâre heading to a place where life, death, and spirituality flow together on the banks of a sacred riverâwelcome to Varanasi.
One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, Varanasi is less of a destination and more of an experience. Itâs a city where ancient rituals unfold daily, where the sacred Ganges River is both a giver of life and a final resting place, and where every alley, temple, and ghat tells a story older than time.
⨠What Makes Varanasi Magical?
Varanasi is raw and real. Itâs the rhythmic chanting at dawn, the crackle of funeral pyres at dusk, and the colorful chaos in between. Itâs the kind of place that doesnât just invite you inâit immerses you completely.
Whether you're watching the sunrise from a wooden boat or sipping chai on a rooftop overlooking the ghats, Varanasi challenges you to slow down and feel.
đ Must-Do Moments
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Sunrise Boat Ride on the Ganges: A peaceful way to watch the city wake up and see morning rituals unfold along the waterâs edge.
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Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat: An unforgettable nightly ceremony of fire, music, and devotion.
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Wander the Old City: A maze of narrow alleys filled with centuries-old temples, local markets, and endless surprises.
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Day Trip to Sarnath: A serene Buddhist site where the Buddha delivered his first sermon after enlightenment.
Our India Tote by traveler Stephanie Medley is the perfect companionâcrafted from vibrant Indian fabric and ready for spiritual detours and spontaneous discoveries. Itâs a piece of India you can carry with you, wherever the road leads.
Happy Travels!
