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Varanasi and Allahabad (now officially known as Prayagraj) are two sacred cities in Uttar Pradesh, India, steeped in history, culture, and spirituality.
Allahabad (Prayagraj)
Also known as: City of Confluence, Sangam Nagri
Located on: Confluence of Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers
- Arrive at Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS)/ Benaras station - Check-in at hotel - Visit: - Kashi Vishwanath Temple (one of the 12 Jyotirlingas) - Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat (evening) - Explore Varanasi's narrow streets and alleys - Dinner at local restaurant
- Early morning boat ride on the Ganges River - Visit: - Assi Ghat (southernmost ghat) - Tulsi Manas Mandir (temple) - Banaras Hindu University (BHU) - Sarnath (Buddhist site, 10 km from Varanasi) - Lunch at local restaurant - Afternoon: Explore Varanasi's silk and handicraft markets - Dinner at local restaurant
- Drive to Allahabad (approx. 3.5 hours) - Visit: - Triveni Sangam (confluence of Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers) - Allahabad Fort (Mughal-era fort) - Anand Bhavan (Nehru family home) - Ashoka Pillar ( ancient pillar) - Check-in at hotel - Dinner at local restaurant
- Morning visit: - Allahabad Museum (art and artifacts) - Kumbh Mela site (if scheduled) - Depart from Allahabad Airport (IXD) or drive back to Varanasi