Month-by-Month Guide to Varanasi's Celebrations
Key Takeaways
- Every month in Varanasi brings a different festival. This comprehensive calendar helps you plan your visit around the celebrations.
Every month in Varanasi brings a different festival. This comprehensive calendar helps you plan your visit around the celebrations.
January to June
Makar Sankranti (Jan), Basant Panchami (Feb), Maha Shivaratri (Feb/Mar), Ram Navami (Apr), Hanuman Jayanti (Apr), Buddha Purnima (May), Ganga Dussehra (Jun).
Quick Tips
• Best time: Early morning or evening • Duration: 1-2 hours • Entry: Most are free
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