
Sacred Varanasi and Ganges River Ceremony Tour
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Stop At: Monkey Temple (Durga Temple), Varanasi India
Durga Mandir, also known as Durga Kund Mandir, Durga Temple and also monkey temple, is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the Maa Durga. Durga Mandir was constructed in 18th century by Bengali Maharani.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ganga Aarti, Dashashwamedh ghat Varanasi Dashashwamedh ghat Road, Varanasi India
The Ganga Aarti at Varanasi is an uplifting spiritual ritual. The Aarti ceremony takes place near the Ganges River. While facing the river, the Hindu priests use lamps which are circled around in a clockwise manner, accompanied by chants or songs in praise of Mother Ganga. It is believed that after the ritual is complete, the Goddess showers her blessing onto each individual present there.Highlights Aarti Ritual At the Ganges River Rickshaw Ride Walk Through the Ghats River glowing with floating lamps
Duration: 2 hours
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This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Monkey Temple (Durga Temple), Varanasi India
Durga Mandir, also known as Durga Kund Mandir, Durga Temple and also monkey temple, is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the Maa Durga. Durga Mandir was constructed in 18th century by Bengali Maharani.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ganga Aarti, Dashashwamedh ghat Varanasi Dashashwamedh ghat Road, Varanasi India
The Ganga Aarti at Varanasi is an uplifting spiritual ritual. The Aarti ceremony takes place near the Ganges River. While facing the river, the Hindu priests use lamps which are circled around in a clockwise manner, accompanied by chants or songs in praise of Mother Ganga. It is believed that after the ritual is complete, the Goddess showers her blessing onto each individual present there.Highlights Aarti Ritual At the Ganges River Rickshaw Ride Walk Through the Ghats River glowing with floating lamps
Duration: 2 hours
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Varanasi
- Guide
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Entry/Admission - Monkey Temple (Durga Temple)
- Entry/Admission - Ganga Aarti
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- A maximum of 10 people per booking
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may not be allowed to enter if you fail to comply with these dress requirements.
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Tourism
85%
Cultural
50%
Sport
15%
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