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There is no better introduction to Varanasi than watching the sun rise over the Ganges from a wooden boat. Here is how to plan the ride, which ghat to start from, and what to expect on the water.
Read MoreFrom the ever-burning pyres of Manikarnika to the evening lamps of Assi, Varanasi's 80-odd ghats each tell a different story. We pick ten you shouldn't miss on your first visit.
Read MoreKachori sabzi at sunrise, tamatar chaat by noon, and thandai in the evening Varanasi's lanes are a moving feast. Here's our guide to eating like a local, safely and deliciously.
Read MoreEvery evening at Dashashwamedh Ghat, priests perform a synchronised fire ritual to the sound of bells and chants. Here's when to arrive, where to sit, and the meaning behind the ceremony.
Read MoreWinter mornings on the ghats, monsoon river levels, and the pull of Dev Deepawali we break down the seasons so you can pick the right week for your trip.
Read MoreJust 13 km from the ghats, Sarnath is where Buddha delivered his first sermon. A quiet half-day escape of stupas, museums and deer parks here's how to plan the visit.
Read MoreWe offer assistance with a River Ganges boat ride and city tours of Varanasi — ask our travel desk to arrange your sunrise boat ride along the ghats or a guided tour of the old city.