It's safer than most of cities in India. Just avoid going to shady places at night. You can roam around in the city where there are a lot of people. You can also stay at the ghats of Varanasi at night. Don't go alone. Atleast have one person by your side

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As compared to others cities Varanasi is considered as one of the safest city since the city it self never sleeps and you can literally walk around the town at any hour.
Girls are safe here even at night.

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Varanasi, situated on the banks of the sacred river Ganges in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and a spiritual epicenter for Hindus. This vivid city is renowned for its numerous ghats, which are giant steps leading down to the Ganges River where devotees take ritualistic baths to cleanse their sins. It's home to over 2,000 temples, including the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Fascinating attractions like the Buddhist sites at Sarnath, evening aarti ceremonies, and narrow, winding alleyways filled with vibrant bazaars, make Varanasi a mesmerizing blend of spirituality, history, and culture. Its rich tapestry of life, celebrations, and traditions all against the backdrop of the eternal river Ganges offer an experience like no other city in India.

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Varanasi was a real cultural shock for me and undoubtedly is the dirtiest place on earth. It's worth seeing, but I would never go back there. If you're lucky enough not to get jaundice in Varanasi, you'll never get it anywhere else. Imagine... In the same river, dead bodies are washed, people bathe, brush their teeth, wash dishes and clothes, wash cows etc. The same river also supplies the city with water.

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