Janmashtami marks the birth of Lord Krishna with night-long celebrations at temples across Varanasi. The festivities include dramatic re-enactments of Krishna's childhood exploits.
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- Krishna Celebrations
Krishna Celebrations
Watch Dahi Handi celebrations at major intersections. Visit Gopi Krishna Temple for special midnight aarti. Enjoy the Raas Leela performances at ISKCON temple.
Quick Tips
• Best time: Early morning • Duration: 1-2 hours • Entry: Most are free
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