Varanasi: Heritage Walk with Unraveling Varanasi's History
ID: GYG1382887-2241858
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Paese: India
Durata:
03:00 ore
Descrizione
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.
Punti salienti
- Discover Varanasi's hidden temples and historic landmarks on a guided walk
- Visit Goswami Tulsidas Ji’s residence and see his ancient idol of Lord Hanuman
- Explore the Lolark Kund, an ancient stepwell dedicated to the Sun God Surya
- See the birthplace of Rani Lakshmi Bai and learn about her early life
- Wander through ancient lanes with an expert storyteller and learn about the city
Lingue guida
INFORMAZIONI IMPORTANTI
The walk involves exploring ancient lanes, which may be narrow and uneven.
The activity is conducted on foot, so comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
Photography is allowed, so bringing a camera is suggested.
The tour is not suitable for people with mobility impairments due to the nature of the terrain.
INCLUSO
- Guided heritage walk through ancient lanes of Varanasi
- Visit to hidden temples and historic landmarks
- Exploration of Goswami Tulsidas Ji’s residence and ashram
- Visit to Traditional Akharas
- Visit to Lolark Kund
- Visit to the birthplace of Rani Lakshmi Bai
- Storytelling by expert guides
- Discovery of silk weaving traditions
- Exploration of hidden courtyards
- Guide Charges
NON INCLUSO
- Food, Anything not mention in Inclusion, Tips
Quando dovrei prenotare?
Per garantire la disponibilità, prenota il prima possibile. La prenotazione anticipata è consigliata soprattutto se stai pianificando il viaggio durante l'alta stagione come le festività pubbliche o i fine settimana.
Cancellazioni
Questa escursione può essere annullata senza costi fino a 24 ore prima dell'inizio del viaggio. Se la annulli dopo 24 ore o non ti presenti all'escursione, ti verrà comunque addebitato il prezzo intero dell'attività. Essere in ritardo al ritiro o alla partenza sarà considerato come non presentarsi.