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Kathak Dancers At Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi


Varanasi, India


04 Apr 2025
05 Apr 2025

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Memorable Experiences in Varanasi


With its immense cultural significance and vibrant street life, Varanasi offers a truly unforgettable experience for visitors of all ages and interests. When in Varanasi, a boat ride along the Ganges is a must, where one can witness the mesmerizing rituals and ceremonies that take place on the ghats...gold-more-icon. For a deeply spiritual experience, one can visit the many temples that dot the city or take a yoga or meditation class arranged by Taj Hotels.

Poolside Private Dining

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
A romantic dinner by our tranquil pool offers an intimate rendezvous under a starry sky, w...gold-more-iconith a red carpet and illuminated custom decor elevating the experience to fairy-tale splendour.

Bundles of Joy

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Delight your partner on a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary with our in-room...gold-more-icon ‘Bundles of Joy’ package that can be booked prior to your arrival. The experience includes a fresh fruit gateaux or chocolate truffle cake, a bottle of sparkling wine and a bouquet of roses, in addition to a private, chef-curated dinner.

Timeless Weddings

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Celebrate your soulful, eternal love story in Varanasi - one of the world's oldest continu...gold-more-iconously inhabited cities - with custom-designed nuptials at Taj Ganges. From our grand banquet halls to picturesque outdoor venues, top-tier facilities and bespoke service, every detail across multiple events is enchanting

Abhisarana Therapy

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our most sought-after couple therapy at J Wellness Circle, Abhisarana (a Sanskrit word tha...gold-more-icont means ‘a meeting of lovers’) ushers you and your partner into a private candle-lit suite for an Indian aromatherapy massage by skilled therapists. An indulgent rose petal bath and fresh fruit juices complete this blissful experience.

Little Big Joys

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Young guests checking into Taj Ganges are greeted with complimentary goodies - including a...gold-more-icon toy, pencil, art book and puzzle - along with charming interactive registration cards that thrill the little ones.

Native Play

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
As a fun introduction to indigenous craft, kids can experience the joy of Varanasi’s vibra...gold-more-iconnt GI-tagged homegrown wooden toys. We support local artisans crafting these native toys and encourage kids at the resort to enjoy them.

Feathered Touch

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our resident family of peacocks shed their beautiful feathers, which are placed as a turnd...gold-more-iconown amenity in guest rooms. Children love collecting these iridescent, silky feathers with a whisper-soft texture. Popular as bookmarks, they are lovely mementos of a blissful vacation at Taj Ganges.

Little Gems

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our Activity Centre for kids sparks creativity and imagination through colouring books and...gold-more-icon Kids@Taj puzzles. Offering the perfect blend of fun and learning, the activities enhance fine motor skills, focus and cognitive development while keeping kids happily entertained.

A Room for Me

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Special occasions like your little one’s birthday call for our kids-themed room with a set...gold-more-icon-up that promises to captivate your angel. Another favourite is our Krishna-themed room. An adored deity, Lord Krishna’s mischievous tales and endearing love for butter - displayed in a special set-up - resonates with all kids.

Ganga White Water Rafting

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
A concierge-recommended action-packed activity in Varanasi, this bucket-list adventure tea...gold-more-iconms you up with experienced guides who offer a detailed brief about safety guidelines along with quality rafting equipment, before you navigate the Ganga’s exhilarating rapids together.

Garlands From Ganga

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Guests at Taj Ganges are greeted during check-in with a special handcrafted garland made b...gold-more-icony women from a local NGO that we support. These garlands are made with colourful beads from the clay on the banks of the sacred Ganga, making them a sustainable collectible with cultural significance as well as a sentimental memento.

Sole Serenity

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
We offer a pampering foot soak in rose petal-strewn water for guests who return from a vis...gold-more-iconit to the temple or the Ganga aarti. Offering luxe relief after extensive walking, the service is appreciated by everyone, especially senior citizens, leaving them refreshed for another day of sightseeing.

A Sip Of Banaras

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
As a tribute to the heritage of Banaras (Varanasi), we place eco-friendly kulhads (handcra...gold-more-iconfted clay cups) in guest rooms along with coloured markers as a turndown amenity. Channel your creativity and imagination, while enjoying beverages in these homegrown cups bearing the essence and soul of the city.

Themed Rooms

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Surprise your spouse, friends or other family members with custom-themed rooms that reflec...gold-more-icont their interests and passions. A cricket theme with a lovely vignette depicting a pitch, or a Kabir theme for devotees of India’s immortal mystic poet saint, offer a memorable start to a wonderful stay with us.

Spiritual Sojourn

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Experience spiritual tranquility with a curated visit to the renowned Kashi Vishwanath tem...gold-more-iconple, a 10-minute drive from the hotel. Our temple concierge, along with a dedicated security team accompany you for a smooth and memorable darshan of the presiding deity, Lord Shiva, offering a VIP experience among crowds of devotees.

Farm To Table Dining

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Roam our verdant herb garden to pick your choice of seasonal vegetables and herbs for cul...gold-more-iconinary wizardry at the skilled hands of our chefs. Savouring the ingredients you picked with your own hands in a delectable meal is a satisfying, wholesome experience.

Scan and Search

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Access our roster of experiences via QR codes conveniently placed in all guest rooms. Addi...gold-more-icontionally, the audio and visual displays on our IPADs at the concierge desk offer a quick and easy way to browse for experiences that you’ll enjoy.

Ganga Aarti

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our guided trip to the banks of the Ganga for Varanasi’s daily sunset ritual - one that Ta...gold-more-iconj Ganges actively supports and donates to - is a stress-free way to witness a grand visual and spiritual spectacle that symbolises gratitude and purification. You’ll be mesmerized with this sensorial experience, featuring a harmonious blend of fire, water, and air elements, engulfed in devotion.

Evening Ritual

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Join our evening ritual at the hotel for a tranquil, soul-nourishing experience. A priest ...gold-more-iconpresides over the ceremony, chanting mantras (a sacred sound, word or phrase with spiritual significance), sounding a conch, and distributing sweets.

Discover Local Crafts

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Experience the beauty and exceptional skill of local artisans even without stepping out of...gold-more-icon our premises. The generational artists and craftspersons we support and partner with display their work at the hotel, for guests to admire. Browse GI-tagged gulabi meenakari trinkets and artefacts crafted by a Padma Shri-winning artist. Along with local artwork on the walls, you’ll also notice our sustainably-made carpets, entirely hand-knotted by remarkably skilled local girls. Each tufted carpet, made from organic cotton and wool threads, dyed with organic colors, is a masterpiece.

Turndown Tokens

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our thoughtful turndown curation immerses you in Varanasi’s heritage. A wooden flute repre...gold-more-iconsents the melodious tradition of the ‘City of Music’, home and/or muse to world-renowned Indian maestros like Ustad Bismillah Khan, Ustad Ravi Shankar, Rajan and Sajan Mishra and Sitara Devi. Cardamom pods placed in wooden pots in the turndown kit are known to treat insomnia, restlessness and anxiety while lowering blood pressure, improving breathing and aiding weight loss. Finally, we place flower seeds for you to carry back home, plant and watch them grow with fond memories of your stay with us.

Royal Sword Cake Cutting Ceremony

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
A regional tradition to mark special occasions, especially birthdays and anniversaries, th...gold-more-iconis exciting ritual offers a distinctive touch to your celebrations.

Inspiring Workspaces

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our guest rooms and suites are designed for a modern lifestyle that blends leisure with wo...gold-more-iconrk. A dedicated, ergonomic writing desk allows a business traveller to demarcate a space for work within their luxurious cocoon.

Jet Set Luxuriate

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Our impeccable facilities and services for business travellers inspire creativity and pro...gold-more-iconductivity, while bespoke concierge and personal assistant-on-request services keep your schedule streamlined. Express check-in/check-out, smooth airport transfers and excellent IT support ensure that you ace all your professional goals without a glitch.

Meeting And Convention Facilities

Taj Ganges, Varanasi
Host meetings, conferences, offsites, seminars, symposiums, product launches and corporate...gold-more-icon sit-down dinners across Varanasi’s most luxurious indoor/outdoor event venues. Our stately halls and lawns offer state-of-the-art facilities with bespoke service to design and executive successful corporate events.

Poolside Barbecue

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Live Indian classical instrumental music serenades you and your partner during this idylli...gold-more-iconc poolside dinner under a starry sky. The sitar's soulful strains along with the mesmerizing rhythm of the tabla synchronize over sizzling live grills for a truly memorable date.

Baradari Private Dining

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Travel back in time to enchanting royal feasts featuring dance performances on this exclus...gold-more-iconive gastronomic and cultural experience at our ethereal marble Baradari pavilion. Skilled Kathak dancers and Banaras gharana (generational style) vocalists create a captivating, intimate atmosphere as you dine on a chef-curated meal paired with fine wines.

Timeless Vows

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Celebrate your soulful, eternal love story in Varanasi - one of the world's oldest continu...gold-more-iconously inhabited cities - with custom-designed events at Taj Nadesar Palace. From creative proposals and dream weddings to idyllic honeymoons, our stately banquet halls, scenic outdoor venues, top-tier facilities and bespoke service promise cherished memories.

Private Couple Wellness Rituals

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Immerse in shared tranquility and holistic wellness with our signature couple rituals at J...gold-more-icon Wellness Circle. Evoking the radiance of the moon, Soma therapy and Abhisarana therapy (like its Sanskrit translation, ‘a meeting of lovers’) immerse you and your partner in Indian aromatherapy massages by skilled therapists in a private candle-lit atmosphere, followed by a rose petal bath and refreshing drinks.

Pedal Through Paradise

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Kids delight in cycling on well-maintained paths at our stunning 30-acre landscape of mang...gold-more-icono orchards and jasmine fields, pedalling past vibrant flower beds, serene ponds and enchanting woodlands. We provide bicycles and helmets for your little adventurers to set out on magical explorations.

Nature Walk

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Children get to explore the natural splendours of the palace during this curated activity....gold-more-icon Walking across exquisite gardens with a guide narrating facts and anecdotes, they encounter our heirloom twin palm trees. Over 450 years old, these living symbols of timeless beauty are an endless source of wonder for budding naturalists.

Winged Wonders

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Young birding enthusiasts delight in strolling across our 30-acre landscape with an expert...gold-more-icon ornithologist, learning to spot and recognise the calls of residential and visiting feathered friends, including our glorious peacocks. This tranquil, educational experience fosters a lifelong love and respect for nature and its marvellous creations.

Little Big Joys

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
From birthday parties to the yearly festive calendar - featuring Diwali sparklers, Easter ...gold-more-iconegg hunts, Christmas tree decorations and Father’s/Mother’s Day events - we curate activities that engage and engage kids in diverse traditions and customs.

Plant A Legacy

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Children love getting their hands in the soil during this green activity, open to guests o...gold-more-iconf all ages. Guided by our staff, they nurture their little saplings with great responsibility and learn to carefully plant them, leaving behind a legacy that will grow with them and flourish for generations to come.

Fish Feeding

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Dive into an extraordinary guest experience with our captivating fish feeding activity at ...gold-more-iconthe palace. Kids, in particular, are charmed by the playful, shimmering creatures dart across the pool, nibbling on the treats like they're at a secret underwater party.

Ganga White Water Rafting

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
A concierge-recommended action-packed activity in Varanasi, this bucket-list adventure tea...gold-more-iconms you up with experienced guides who offer a detailed brief about safety guidelines along with quality rafting equipment, before you navigate the Ganga’s exhilarating rapids together.

Breakfast Picnic On The Lawns

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Start your day on an enchanting note, basking with family and friends in the warmth of the...gold-more-icon morning sun, the fragrance of fresh flowers and freshness of dewy grass. A charming set-up with rugs, wicker baskets packed with delectable snacks, lawn poufs and cushions offer a leisurely start to the day.

A Royal Welcome

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Relive the grandeur of a bygone era as you arrive at the palace in our meticulously-preser...gold-more-iconved, 150- year-old royal horse carriage driven by a chauffeur who embodies a rich heritage as the third generation serving the maharaja. After a ride around the property, you’re greeted with a traditional aarti, a locally-crafted sustainable garland and the auspicious shankh naad, the live blowing of a conch shell.

TEMPLE AARTI

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Experience serenity at Nadeshwari Mata Temple - the spiritual centre of Taj Nadesar Palac...gold-more-icone - by joining our fifth-generation priest, staff members and other guests during the evocative daily aarti. Adorned with vibrant marigolds and sacred vermillion flags, the temple is home to the ruling deity, a powerful, self-manifested feminine energy. The ceremony includes Sanskrit chants and rituals that infuse the atmosphere with positivity and auspiciousness.

AWAKEN WITH YOGA

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Choose between the tranquility of our dedicated yoga room or the serene beauty of our gard...gold-more-iconen, to experience the palace’s daily yoga and meditation sessions from 7 am to 8 am. Additionally, we offer meditation sessions in our historic temple, providing a spiritual experience like no other. An experienced yoga teacher guides you through a series of asanas (yoga postures), pranayama (mindful breathing) and meditation techniques that ensure a serene yet powerful start to the day.

BANARASI CHAI

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
An siesta with a distinct local touch invites you to sip on steaming chai (milk tea) serve...gold-more-icond in traditional earthen pots, paired with an array of snacks, amid a mango orchard in full bloom. Prepared by brewing a rich blend of strong black tea leaves and milk, infused with a variety of aromatic spices such as cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon, Banarasi chai is characterised by a generous amount of malai (cream) that is carefully layered on top of the tea.

Chess Royale

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
The palace’s glorious antique chess invites you for a game of skill, ingenuity and strateg...gold-more-icony. For seasoned enthusiasts and curious beginners alike, the experience evokes the ancient game of chaturanga (chess) that originated in India around the sixth century, embodying the life view that victory is achieved not merely by brute force but through wisdom, patience, and strategic acumen.

Sattvik Thali

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Our satvik thali dining experience nourishes the body, soul and senses. In Indian traditio...gold-more-iconn, sattvik food refers to a sustainably-made, pure and simple plant-based cuisine, which provides peace to the body and mind. Freshly-prepared with the finest local ingredients, this resplendent meal is an unforgettable experience.

Inspiring Workspaces

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Our guest rooms and suites are designed for a modern lifestyle that blends leisure with wo...gold-more-iconrk. A dedicated, ergonomic writing desk allows a business traveller to demarcate a space for work within their luxurious cocoon.

ELEVATED BUSINESS TRAVEL

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Our impeccable facilities and services for business travellers inspire creativity and prod...gold-more-iconuctivity, while bespoke concierge and personal assistant-on-request services keep your schedule streamlined. Express check-in/check-out, smooth airport transfers and excellent IT support ensure that you ace all your professional goals without a glitch.

Meeting And Convention Facilities

Taj Nadesar Palace, Varanasi
Host meetings, conferences, offsites, seminars, symposiums, product launches and corporate...gold-more-icon sit-down dinners across Varanasi’s most luxurious indoor/outdoor event venues. Our in-house team designs and executes your vision flawlessly, at our elegant halls and lawns that offer state-of-the-art facilities with bespoke service.
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