Varanasi: Heritage Walk with Unraveling Varanasi's History

Explore Varanasi's hidden temples and historic landmarks on a guided walk. Visit Goswami Tulsidas Ji’s residence, explore the Lolark Kund, and see the birthplace of Rani Lakshmi Bai.
Meet your guide and set off on a journey through the ancient lanes of Varanasi. Uncover hidden temples and historic landmarks, including Goswami Tulsidas Ji’s residence, the birthplace of Rani Lakshmi Bai, and the Lolark Kund stepwell.

Visit Goswami Tulsidas Ji’s main historic residence and ashram in Varanasi, located at Tulsi Ghat, near Assi Ghat. Learn about the 16th-century saint-poet who spent the final, longest portion of his life here and completed parts of the epic Ramcharitmanas. See the ancient idol of Lord Hanuman installed by Tulsidas himself, his wooden sandals (khadau), his seat (asan), and a remnant of his boat.

Next, visit the Lolark Kund, an ancient, rectangular stepwell located near Tulsi Ghat in the Bhadaini area of Varanasi, dedicated to the Sun God Surya. Learn about the significance of this site, which dates back over 2,000 years and is mentioned in ancient texts like the Skanda Purana.

Finally, visit the birthplace of Rani Lakshmi Bai, born in the Bhadaini area near Assi Ghat in Varanasi. See the memorial, which features a prominent statue of the queen on horseback along with wall murals illustrating her early life.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.