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Ambala to
Varanasi Cab
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Varanasi
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About Varanasi
Ambala to Varanasi distnce : 1049 km
Estimated travel time : 16 hours
Ambala to Varanasi is the most popular route for both domestic as well as foreign tourists. Varanasi is known as the "Spiritual Capital of India" and is among the oldest living cities in the world.
Placed on the banks of hole river Ganga, Varanasi is a sacred place for all Hindus, Jains and Buddhists and carries a very rich history of religion and culture. Known with serveral names like "Banaras", "Galiyon ka sheher" (city of lanes), "City of temples", "Religious capital of India", "City of Learning", "Kashi". It has always been a great cultural centre notably in the field of learning, religion, philosophy, Yoga, Ayurveda, astrology, music, literature and spirituality. Spending time at the holy Ganga ghats in Varanasi is such a peaceful experience which can be felt not told. One can take a heritage morning walk, can visit markets for Banarasi Silk Saree and carpets which is globally famous, can visit temples, experience life on the ghats of Ganga, enjoy the evening Ganga Aarti, can visit Sarnath which is one of the biggest pilgrimage sites for Buddhists.
Taxi from Ambala to Varanasi is readily available at CabBazar.
Route Information
Ambala to Varanasi by car is well connected through Agra - Lucknow expressway and is very convenient and comfortable drive. Agra and Lucknow are the best halt point for this journey with many places to visit around. Ambala to Varanasi distance is 1052 Km and is 17.5 hours journey. An alternate route is via Kanpur which is little shorter but take almost same time. Other famous tourist places on this route and nearby are : Kurukshetra - A holy city, the land of Mahabharta, where Lord Krishna preached Geeta to Arjuna
1. Kurukshetra - This historical and religious city is famous for being the battlefield of the Mahabharata. It has various temples and important pilgrimage sites.
2. Haridwar - Located on the banks of the Ganges River, Haridwar is a major Hindu pilgrimage site known for its ghats, temples, and the famous Kumbh Mela.
3. Rishikesh - Another popular city along the Ganges, Rishikesh is known as the "Yoga Capital of the World" and is a hub for meditation centres and ashrams.
4. Allahabad - Situated at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers, Allahabad is a holy city and hosts the Kumbh Mela every 12 years. It is also known for its historic sites like the Allahabad Fort and the All Saints Cathedral.
5. Varanasi - Finally, the ultimate destination is Varanasi, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and a major religious hub for Hindus. The city is famous for its ghats along the Ganges River, ancient temples like Kashi Vishwanath Temple, and its spiritual aura.
Tourist Attractions
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Sarnath
Dasashwamedh Ghat
Assi Ghat
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
Tulsi Manasa Temple
New Vishwanath Temple, BHU
Durga Temple
Panchganga Ghat
Alamir Mosque
Darbhanga Ghat
Gyan Kup
Hanuman Ghat
Kedar Ghat
Man Mandir Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat
Ramnagar Fort
Ramnagar Museum
Rana Ghat
Bharata Mata Mandir
Harischandra Ghat
Jantar Mantar
Shivala Ghat
Tulsi Ghat
Banaras Hindu University