Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Many names have been given to Varanasi, though its recently revived official appellation is mentioned in the Mahabharata and in the Jataka tales of Buddhism. It probably derives from the two rivers that flank the city, the Varana to the north and the Asi to the south.. Many still use the anglicized forms of Banaras or Benares, while pilgrims refer to Kashi, first used three thousand years ago to describe the kingdom and the city outside which the Buddha preached his first sermon; the "City of Light" is also called Kashika, "the shining one", referring to the light of Shiva. Another epithet, Avimukta, meaning "Never Forsaken", refers to the city that Shiva never deserted, or that one should never leave. Further alternatives include Anandavana, the "forest of bliss", and Rudravasa, the place where Shiva (Rudra) resides.
Allahabad, also known as Prayag, or "place of offerings", comes from its position at the sacred union of the rivers: Ganges, Yamuna and Saraswati. It is the second-oldest city in India and plays a central role in the Hindu scriptures. The city contains many temples and palaces. Mathura is world famous Hindu religious tourism place and famous for Lord Krishna birthplace, temple and activates. Lord krishna Birthplace, Dwarkadhish Temple, Birla Temple, Mathura Museum, Yamuna Ghat's etc.
Day 1: Delhi
On Arrival At Delhi Airport/Railway station. The day is organized for local sightseeing; The ancient Mughal capital has many fortifications and mosques scattered around the city. Visit to Old Delhi will open up to the colorful markets of Chandni Chowk and right behind is one of the largest and popular mosques in the country. You also visit Raj Ghat, the burial spot of Gandhi. Other attractions of the city are the Red Fort, India Gate, Parliament House, Qutub Minar, Humayun’s tomb and more. In the evening you return to the hotel to relax and later go to bed.
Day 2: Delhi - Mathura
Soon after your breakfast is over, you prepare to leave for Mathura. It is fairly close to Delhi and takes around 3 hours to reach. Mathura is one of the main pilgrim destinations of the devotees of Lord Krishna, as it is the birthplace of the Lord. On arrival, you check in at the hotel and leave for the Mathura city tour. It has numerous temples with its own significance; among them some are popular like the Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple at the site where the Lord was born. The Vishram Ghat is where the Lord rested after defeating the tyrant; another important temple is the Dwaekadeesh temple where all the devotees assemble during any festival. In the evening you return to the hotel and stay overnight.
Day 3: Mathura - Agra- Allahabad
After breakfast you will be leaving for Agra which only takes around 1 and a half hour to reach. Once you are in Agra the sightseeing follows, the main attraction in Agra includes The Taj Mahal; one of the seven wonders of the world. Others are Agra Fort which is huge and breathtaking; the tomb of Itmad-Ud-Daulah is also made intricately. In the evening you get to the station to catch the Express Train for Allahabad, it is an overnight journey.
Day 4: Allahabad - Varanasi
In the morning, at Allahabad, you will be escorted to your hotel by the attendants. Breakfast will be served and after that you have Allahabad exploration to start with. You will visit the Sangam, it is a point where the River Ganges, River Yamuna and the mythological Saraswati merge. You then get to see the Allahabad Fort, the Ashoka pillar and some temples and Ghats. You head towards Varanasi after lunch; it takes 4 hours to reach there. On reaching Varanasi, you check in at the hotel and relax for the evening. You will stay over at the hotel.
Day 5: Varanasi
On waking up, you will go for a boat ride on the Ganges. This experience is very mystical and peaceful at the same time, it is exciting to see the people offering their prayers and taking a dip in the river. Later in the day you will be taken for a city trip to some important sites like the Bharat Mata Temple, Vishwanath temple, the University and more. You stay overnight at the hotel.
Day 6: Varanasi - Delhi
After breakfast you will leave for Sarnath, an important site for the Buddhists. It is here that the Lord Buddha delivered his sermons to his disciples. Later you are taken to your respective airports and stations, thus ending this long and magical journey along the Ganges.
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By Air
Varanasi airport is well connected with all the major cities of the country. One does not need to worry how to reach Varanasi by air as it has very good connectivity.
By Rail
The city is well connected by rail and hence it solves the issue of how to reach Varanasi. The city mainly has two major railway stations that connect it to all the major cities and towns of the country. Varanasi railway station and Kashi railway station, these two are the main railheads which make it possible for all to reach the city with ease.
Duration
5 Nights / 6 Days
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