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Festival Foods of Varanasi

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Food & Dining 6 min read Updated: 2026

Festival Foods of Varanasi

Festival Foods of Varanasi

Seasonal Dishes for Every Festival

Seasonal Dishes for Every Festival

Key Takeaways

  • Guide to special foods prepared during different festivals in Varanasi.

Guide to special foods prepared during different festivals in Varanasi.

Festival Foods

Holi: gujiya and thandai. Diwali: malpua and kheer. Makar Sankranti: tilkut and dahi-chuda.

Quick Tips

• Best time: Early morning • Duration: 1-2 hours • Entry: Most are free

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