Day02: Varanasi - Sarnath -Varanasi
Varanasi Sightseeing
Let’s start with the visit of Ghats of river Ganges. Go for boat riding on the Ganges. The Ganges is the most sacred and venerated river in India. Besides the ritualistic aspect of Hinduism (thread ceremony, head shaving food to the departed souls, etc.) also see the bathing. Laundry and the cremations of the dead that takeplace here on the banks of the river. After the boat ride, walk through the fascinating narrow twisting lanes of the city to watch the performance of various Hindu rituals by the pilgrims. Stroll around the Ghats and visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple - One of the popular and must-visit temples dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Sarnath Sightseeing
In the afternoon proceed to the village of Sarnath on the outskirts of town. It was in this Deer Park that the Lord Buddha preached his first sermon. Visit the Park and Museum. Sarnath was made a enter of Buddhist worship by the emperor Ashoka in the 3rdcentury BC. Visit the Main Shrine and Ashoka's Pillar. In the Archaeological Museum, we will see the beautifully carved capital from the pillar along with many other priceless Buddhist artifacts. The evening goes to see Ganga Aarti on the Ghats of river Ganges. Overnight at the hotel.