Flights from Varanasi to India

Also known as Kashi and Banaras, Varanasi, is one of the most significant places of religious importance in India. The holy River Ganga flows through the city to add more sanctity and beauty to the city. This place has gained huge popularity as one of main sites for executing the last rites of departed souls. Thousands of Hindus come here to immerse the mortal remains of departed family members in the holy water of the Ganges. Varanasi is loaded with countless numbers of attractions. This city can be considered as the perfect destination for those who are eager to gain knowledge about Hindu beliefs, rituals, cultures and the way of life. The number of temples that a tourist can find here is seemingly endless. Some of the most popular temples that one must not miss to visit when in Varanasi are Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Tilbhandeshwar Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple and Mrityunjay Mahadev Temple. Besides these temples, there are many ghats where many Hindu devotees come to take a dip in the holy water of Ganga. The Ramnagar Fort, built by Maharaja Balwant Singh in the 17th century, and the Ramnagar Museum are places of tourist interest in Varanasi. Availing a suitable travel package from MakeMyTrip proves advantageous for tourists to explore this city in a hassle-free manner.

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