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Stories & Blogs from Varanasi

Tales, reflections, and experiences from the Eternal City

Stories and blogs from Varanasi

Why Stories Matter in Varanasi

Varanasi is not just a destination; it is an anthology of stories. From ancient legends to modern traveler diaries, each narrative reveals a new facet of the city. Through blogs and shared experiences, readers can immerse themselves in Banaras’ devotion, contradictions, and celebrations, even before setting foot here.

People sharing stories on the ghats

Featured Stories & Blogs

Morning boat ride blog

Morning on the Ganga

A traveler’s diary about watching the sunrise over the ghats, listening to temple bells, and witnessing the timeless ritual of life and prayer along the river.

Banarasi food blog

A Food Lover’s Banaras

Exploring narrow lanes filled with kachori-sabzi, tamatar chaat, jalebis, and the legendary Banarasi paan—each bite a cultural tale.

Dev Deepawali blog

The Magic of Dev Deepawali

Reflections on standing amidst a million lamps glowing on the ghats, as chants and music echo into the night sky.

Ramnagar Fort blog

Walking Through Ramnagar Fort

A story of the royal past—vintage cars, Ramleela performances, and manuscripts that narrate Varanasi’s regal history.

Sarnath Buddhist blog

Silence at Sarnath

Experiencing peace at the Dhamek Stupa, where Buddha preached his first sermon. A blend of archaeology, philosophy, and serenity.

Banarasi music blog

Banaras: A City of Music

From Ravi Shankar’s sitar to Bismillah Khan’s shehnai, discover the musical heartbeat of the city and its festivals of melody.

Varanasi mythology blog

Legends of Kashi

Ancient myths of Shiva, Parvati, and Ganga that form the spiritual fabric of Varanasi—stories passed down for millennia.

Traveler stories blog

Traveler Voices

Candid reflections from international visitors on their first impressions of Banaras—its chaos, charm, and soulful depth.

Stories That Live Forever

Every corner of Varanasi has a story waiting to be told. From ghats to temples, from music to food, from legends to lived experiences—these blogs are windows into the Eternal City. May they inspire you to write your own story when you walk the streets of Kashi.