Sarnath, Buddhist Site Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometers north-east of Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park in Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dhamma and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna.  Assi Ghat Assi ghat is described in the Kashi Khand as Assi “Saimbeda Tirtha ” means the one who gets a dip here once in his life will get punya of all the Tirthas (religious places of the Hindu). Generally, Hindu pilgrims are used to taking the holy dip here in Chaitya (the month of March/April) and Magh (the month of Jan/Feb), as well as for some other significant events like solar and lunar eclipses, Probodhoni Ekadashi, and Makar Shankranti. Kashi Vishwanath Temple The land of Varanasi (Kashi) has been the ultimate pilgrimage spot for Hindus for ages. Hindus believe that one who is graced to die on the land of Varanasi would attain salvation and freedom from the cycle of birth and rebirth. Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati, the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown. After sightseeing, Overnight stay in Varanasi.