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🏅Free walking tour of the ghats and streets of Varanasi: with mythology🪷

4.89
Excellent(277)
Duration: 3 hours
Languages: English and Russian
Guru: Anant
PRO
Registered on 7 August 2022
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I am Anant Prakash, a local resident here. Born and brought up here only. I like to meet new people and exchange experiences. At the same time, it feels great to tell about my city. I am an experienced tour guide, translator and tour guide specializing in English and Russian. I also have good knowledge of the history of Buddhism. I completed my Russian course at Tashkent State Technical University in Tashkent. I am well aware with the culture, rituals and traditions of this city, the Spiritual capital of India, Varanasi!! I assure you that you will have a great time and experience here!!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Namaste 🙏
Greetings!🌸

Welcome to Varanasi, the oldest and most vibrant city in the world. The city is the abode of Lord Shiva and the meeting point of all religions! 🪷

Varanasi has a long history associated with numerous beliefs, stories, legends, myths and rituals.

Dear fellow travelers, this explicit tour will cover and unveil all the aspects and facets of my city, Varanasi. The religious perspective with relevant rituals and books, Indian classical music and related instruments, traditional crafts, mainly silk and wooden handicrafts.

In this holy city you will find temples, mosques, monasteries and churches.
Today I will introduce you to the antiquity of this unique city! ✨

It starts from St. Thomas Church at Godowlia, followed by Varanasi Bazaar and the cremation ground at Manikarnika Ghat and all other important ghats.

The tour includes the following locations:

  • St. Thomas Church 
  • Maa Kaali Temple
  • Kashi Labh Mukti Bhavan
  • State School
  • Hospital
  • Alleys of Varanasi
  • Manikarnika Ghat
  • Panchganga Ghat
  • Alam Gir Mosque
  • Old streets of Varanasi
  • The famous Vishwanath Gali
  • Dashashwamedh Ghat
  • To see and feel the main handcrafted artisan products


I will introduce you to the culture, traditions, religion and antiquity of my holy city, Varanasi.

It will be an amazing experience for tourists that will make their trip unforgettable.💐

 Kind regards🙏


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Girja Ghar, Ramapura Luxa, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001, India
I stand in front of the main gate of St. Thomas Church in Godowlia, wearing a white cap on my head.
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Outside visit
St. Thomas Church
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 100 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
🏅Free walking tour of the ghats and streets of Varanasi: with mythology🪷
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