One of the world’s oldest living cities, Varanasi is an important tourist centre for many reasons. First, it is important to the Hindus as it is mentioned in Hindu mythology and is also seen as they considered as a mini version of Hindu culture and ongoing trends. Varanasi finds mention in Hindu religious scriptures as one of the most sacred cities (‘Saptpuris’).

Even today, people in search of peace and salvation or ‘moksh’ search for it in Varanasi’s narrow lanes and mesmerizing ambience. Visiting ghats of Varanasi and temples in Varanasi are among Top Things to Do in Varanasi. Varanasi has so many facets to enthral a visitor. There are innumerable tourist attractions in Varanasi . Depending upon time availability, variety and number of monuments and experiences can be accommodated in a Varanasi tour. While in Varanasi, one should not miss Ganga Aarti, morning boat ride in Ganga, Subah-e-Banaras and celebrating at least one of the festivals in Varanasi.

If you have very little time in Varanasi, ensure that you stop by at following spots and take in their beauty and culture:

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

This is one of India’s most famous Hindu temples where the reigning deity is Lord Shiva. It stands on the western bank of the holy River Ganga. It is one of the holiest Shiva temples, the 12 Jyotirlingas.The chief deity here is Shri Vishwanath or Vishweshwara. The temple is known as Kashi Vishwanath Temple as Kashi was the olden name of Varanasi.

Tulsi Manas Mandir

Among the Varanasi’s more famous temples, the Tulsi Manas Mandir is of great cultural and historical significance to the Hindus. The epic Ramcharitmanas, written by the poet-saint Tulsidas was penned here in the 16^th century.

Mir Ghat

Near the Vishalakshi Temple you will find Mir Ghat, named after Mir Rustam Ali, a Muslim commander. This ghat leads to the River Ganga. While passing along this ghat, you will see several temples on the left, each decorated in vibrant colours. A Radha-Krishna temple here is a delight to all devotees and must not be missed.

Raj Ghat

Raj Ghat, A famous ghat of Varanasi, it houses the famous RavidasTemple. It is easily accessible by road and is the abode of famous priests here. Even disabled people will be able to access this ghat through the city’s narrow lanes.

If you are enthused by this and want to see these and every part of Varanasi, why don’t you book yourself on one of the Varanasi Tour Packages? A guided tour, organized by a professional travel company like Optima Travels. It will be able to bring you face to face with the history, culture, cuisine, outdoor sports and all that this fascinating city has to offer.

There may be many tourist companies operating in this city because of the wealth of opportunity it offers to make good money from visiting tourists, so it is essential that you choose the right travel company to make your reservations at the best price and honestly showing you all the tourist destinations here. For these reasons, Optima Travels is the best candidate for the job.

If you wish, you can take a Varanasi Tour from Delhi and enjoy the sightseeing here. If you also want to see neighbouring small towns on day trips, you could mention that to these travel agents and they will fix up those too for you. There’s also an option of starting your holiday in Delhi with a Golden Triangle with Varanasi Tour. If you decide to go in the next fortnight or so, you can enjoy a Dev Dipawali Varanasi Tour.

Whatever you may have in mind for a splendid holiday you must mention to these professionals so that they can put together a great itinerary for you. At least one or more meetings will be necessary for this, so get in touch with them today. And remember, apart from a wonderful holiday, they will also give you a good discount. So, call them today.