Discover Varanasi
When one thinks of Banaras the immediate imageries that come to mind are of Ghats bustling with life, temples bathed in sunlight, the glowing Ganga & its Aarti. While these iconic landmarks paint a vivid picture of Banaras, they hardly scratch the true depth of it. Only ones who have ventured beyond the Ghats truly understand the rich features of the city and one such prominent attribute is its ponds or the Kunds of Varanasi.
Known for sacred ponds & Kunds today Varanasi suffers to even keep the remaining few alive. The city was once home to more than 100 Kunds(108 as per Puranic texts) and the presence of up to 64 such Kunds was reported till 1822.
Every evening without exception, seven Brahmin priests gather at Dashashwamedh Ghat, lift brass lamps into the darkening sky, and perform one of the most breathtaking
For us at Varanasi Guru, this city is a living story. You can feel it in the chants rising from the ghats and the wisdom
Dev Diwali or Dev Deepawali is one of the most celebrated festivals in Varanasi. It is celebrated on Kartik Poornima, 15 days after Diwali –
Few cities in the world are as intimately intertwined with a river as Varanasi is with the Ganga. For thousands of years, boats on this
Dev Diwali is one of the most celebrated festivals in Varanasi and across North India. What began as a humble ritual at the quiet Panchganga
Ramnagar Fort is a historic fort located in Varanasi in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is situated on the eastern bank of the
A few weeks ago, a family visiting Varanasi with their disabled son reached out to me. They weren’t asking for much, just a wheelchair, an
If you want to experience Varanasi with all your senses, follow the aroma of sizzling spices and crispy delights to Kachori Gali, a legendary lane
Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Benares, has been a major centre of Hindu culture and religion for thousands of years, and has been visited
A thoughtfully curated guide to India’s spiritual and cultural capital Introduction Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Benares, is not just a destination – it’s
Boating in Varanasi is far more than just a leisurely ride, it’s a spiritual journey that glides through centuries of culture, faith, and stories woven
Date of Dev Diwali in 2026: Monday, November 24, 2026Location: Ghats of Varanasi, along the Ganges RiverMain Highlight: Viewing millions of diyas lit across 84+