Varanasi summers are brutal, with temperatures crossing 45°C. The city's ice cream and kulfi shops become essential refueling stops. From traditional kulfi to modern gelato, here are the best ways to cool down.
Key Takeaways
- Kulfi, Falooda, and Modern Scoops
Kulfi, Falooda, and Modern Scoops
Traditional kulfiwalas still serve dense, slow-frozen kulfi near the ghats, usually finished with falooda and crushed nuts. It is richer than ice cream and best eaten sitting down in the shade.
For something cooler in hand, cafés around Assi and Lanka serve gelato and soft-serve through the summer. Street carts are fine too, but prefer ones that scoop from freshly set trays rather than containers sitting out all day.
Quick Tips
• Best time: Early morning or evening • Duration: 1-2 hours • Entry: Most are free • Tip: Wear comfortable shoes
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