Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)
Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)
Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)
Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)
Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)
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Hidden Secrets of Varanasi: Vibrant Tradition (Guided Tour)

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Meet at meeting point: Virtual Experiential Museum Varanasi 8256+3CJ, Manmandir Ghat, Bangali Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India Our meeting point will at Rajendra Prasad Ghat, infront of Virtual experiential museum And the Guide will be standing infront of the Entrance of the Museum
Attractions and Activities: Dashashwamegh ghat (Free entry) Dashaswamedh Ghat:- Dashashwamedh ghat is one of the oldest, most spectacular and important ghat, located at the bank of the river Gange near to the old Vishwanath Temple in the Kashi. The literal meaning of the Dashashwamedh is the Ghat (river front) of the ten sacrificed horses (dash means 10, ashwa means horse, medh means sacrifice). There are two mythologies about the ghat is that the Lord Brahma was created the Dashashwamedh ghat in order to welcome the Lord Shiva, and the second one is the Lord Brahma was sacrificed the ten horses in a yajna here. This ghat is famous for the Agni Pooja which is held here daily in the evening by a group of the priest who are dedicated to the Lord Shiva, River Ganges, Surya, Agni as well as the whole universe. 10 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Vishalakshi Temple (Ticket included) The Vishalakshi Temple, also known as Vishalakshi Gauri Temple, is one of the prominent temples of Varanasi that belongs to the Goddess Vishalakshi. The Goddess Vishalakshi is an aspect of the goddess Parvati or Gauri and is believed to have large eyes as the name also says ‘Vishalakshi = Vishal (big) + akshi (eyes).' It is located at the Mir Ghat on the banks of the Ganga River. The temple is considered as a Shakti Pitha dedicated to the Hindu Divine Mother, Adi Shakti. The popular holy place in Varanasi is part of the famous triad of temples, Kanchi Kamakshi, Madurai Meenakshi, and Kashi Visalakshi. It is considered that the earrings or kundal of the Goddess Sati had fallen here. 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Nepali Temple (Ticket included) Nepali Temple:- Shri Samrajeswar Pashupatinath Mahadev Mandir, also known as the Nepali Mandir, Kanthwala Mandir and Mini Khajuraho, is one of the oldest and most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the Lord Shiva. The mandir is made of terracotta, stone and wood and took three decades to complete. The wood is termite proof. It is constructed in Nepali style of architecture and is surrounded by tamarind and ficus religiosa (peepal) trees. 15 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Manikarnika Ghat (Ticket included) Manikarnika Ghat:- This Ghat is famous for being the sacred cremation ground for Hindus. Manikarnika Ghat is one of the holiest cremation grounds among the sacred riverfronts (Ghats), alongside the river Ganges. In Hinduism, death is considered a gateway to another life marked by the result of one's karma. It is believed that a human's soul attains moksha, and hence breaks the cycle of rebirth when cremated here.The well at the ghat is called Manikarnika Kund and was built by Lord Vishnu. 25 min(s)
Attractions and Activities: Manikarnikeshwar Mahadev Temple - Kashi Khand (Ticket included) According to Lord Vishnu, devotees who take bath in Manikarnika and worship Manikarnikeshwar will not see mother's womb again (meaning – there will be no rebirth). The linga is located underground, devotees can go all the way down to have a darshan of Shri Manikarnikeshwar Mahadev. 10 min(s)
Guests leave on their own: Virtual Experiential Museum VaranasiEnd the tour on your own and bring your trip to a happy conclusion 8256+3CJ, Manmandir Ghat, Bangali Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India Our meeting point will at Rajendra Prasad Ghat, infront of Virtual experiential museum And the Guide will be standing infront of the Entrance of the Museum


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