How to get out Varanasi
Gaya - One of the most sacred places to do Pind Dan (funeral offerings for the benefit of the soul of the deceased)
Sarnath - One of the most sacred places for Buddhists, known as the place where Lord Buddha gave his first speech after his enlightenment.
Ramnagar Fort - historical royal residence and museum across the Ganges
Chunar Fort - ruins of battlements and ancient settlement 15 miles from Varanasi.
Agra - the next point on the tourist "Golden Triangle". Buses and trains, including overnight trains, leave several times a day.
Nepal - buses travel to the Nepali border where you can transfer to Kathmandu and Chitwan buses. Most buses go via Lucknow and can take 8-12 hours, or there are daily flights.
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The Most Frequently Asked Travel Questions about Varanasi
