Duration: 03 Hours

Destinations Covered :

Gola Dinanath

SPICE MARKET WALK

In this walk, we will take you to Gola Dinanath Market, which is believed to be the biggest grocery market of Asia, sells more than 20,000 varieties of medicinal herbs and caters to customers from the entire northern region of the country. Here we found hundreds of shops dealing in refined, local and exotic spices. This large market area is rich in colour and photographic opportunities, and is well worth seeking out and spending some time.

Medicinal herbs which can cure diabetes, blood pressure, stomach problems, skin diseases, heart troubles through Ayurvedic and Unani therapy are available in the market. It is mainly because of the fact that Varanasi was home to hundreds of Unani and Ayurvedic practitioner’s years ago. "Herbs like Gudmar, Chiraita, Murali, Sanai ki Patti, Sanjeevani Booti, Arjun ki Chhal are effective in curing different ailments and are also available in the market​.

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The history of the market dates back to around 200 years ago, when farmers and traders used to bring the products on weekly or monthly basis. The market took a permanent shape only after 1950s when five to six shops started functioning. At present, there are 200 shops and more than 2,000 people, including retailers, wholesalers and farmers who grow the spices and herbs are earning their livelihood through this market.

HIGHLGHTS

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• See the Biggest Grocery market of Asia (Gola Dinanath Market)
• Know more about Ayurvedic Herbs & their medicinal properties.
• Encounter a kaleidoscope of sights, sounds, colors, spices, dried foods, Indian sweets and more.
• Have a chance to meet local shopkeepers selling spices & herbs & have an interaction with them.
• Witness how trading is done in markets of India.

​INCLUDES

• Walking Expert having vast knowledge and experience of Varanasi's heritage and Culture
• Mineral Water bottle(one bottle per person)
• Tea / Coffee during the walk
• Air-Conditioned vehicle for pick up and drop from the hotel.