Bajra boats need an introduction of their own merit. You may find slight similarities with houseboats in Dal Lake of Srinagar Kashmir or the houseboats of Alleppey in Kerala but they are a lot different in the concept. These boats come in different sizes that can cater to groups of just four people to a group of 30. Because of its strange shape, it is called Bajra, meaning thunder. It has a roof covering, well-laid-out seating arrangements, decked with flowers and musicians with tabla and sitar on board.
The ghats are lively, happening and peaceful. ‘People watching’ is a great activity, since you can do it from a distance without making them uncomfortable. People involved in daily chores, like washing clothes, and vessels, are a common sight. It is their way of living for years. Now with more tourist inflow things are changing.
Taking dips (not bathing), an act of cleansing before proceeding to the temple for darshan is a common practice here. Some meditate to the rising sun oblivious of the surroundings. They manage to find peace amidst all chaos around them. It is that time when you can see rituals performed by Hindus on the ghats during sunrise. Ganga aarti can be done not just by the temple priests but also by any individual who wishes to do it. They are sometimes assisted by the local purohits.
The interesting thing to note here is that the ghat is the place of livelihood for several local people of Varanasi. While some sell items meant for puja offerings, some are involved in selling tea and snacks for them after the rituals are over. During special festive seasons, devotees float several lit lamps and it is a sight to behold. If you thought only humans are catered to here, let me add that you will find vendors selling bird food too. They come in small boats, shouting out for attention to sell the bird food in packets. Once you throw a handful of the bird feed, it is an interesting sight to watch the seagulls scoop on them in flocks.
Heritage walk tour of Varanasi showcasing the best of the ancient city of Varanasi in true local style. Varanasi is one of the most colorful places on earth dotted with numerous temples and spirituality is at its core.
Hence, Varanasi is rightly referred to as the "Holy City of India". On this tour you'll be exploring the heritage lanes of Varanasi city on foot.Explore the many narrow lanes of the city and get introduced to the city's prominent highlights like the Manikarnika Ghat the cremation site. During heritage walk includes life and bazar around Golden temple as well.
The walking tour of the old part of the city is a way to know and understand the traditional life and lifestyle of the spiritual city. The old part is also a kind of bazaar, known for essential oils, Rudraksha, Sandal, idols of deities, cotton, silk, semi-silk products and souvenirs.

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