Discover Varanasi
From ancient times Varanasi has been a center of attraction for hermits, gurus, artists, and people seeking inspiration for their regular pursuits in life. The city of Varanasi has a rich history of giving birth to the world’s most influential religious leaders, poets, musicians & artists. A lot of prominent people visited Varanasi and many never left making it their final home.
The aura of Varanasi is such that as per the Puranic texts even the gods that visited Varanasi fell in love with it and decided to call it their home. The city is called the winter adobe of Lord Shiva.
Surely there’s some magic in this forest of bliss that cultivates and attracts the best of talents humanity has. Read our blog to unlock the inspirations & stories of these influential people of Varanasi.
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+