🏛️ Heritage & Sightseeing · Varanasi
About Chunar Fort
35 km from Varanasi — an imposing fort on the Ganga used by Humayun, Sher Shah Suri and the British East India Company. Stunning views of the Ganga from the battlements at sunset.
Best combined with a Ganga sunset on the fort terrace; carry water for the climb
What to Know
Visitor Information
Duration
2 hours
Timings
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹10
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Best Season
Oct – Mar
Languages
Hindi · English (guides available)
Getting There
How to Reach Chunar Fort
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By Air
Fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS), 26 km from Varanasi city. VisitKashi arranges airport pickup.
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By Train
Varanasi Junction (BSB) or Manduadih (MUV) — well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata. VisitKashi provides station transfers.
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Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws and VisitKashi cabs are the best way to reach the ghats and temple areas within the city.
Quick Info
Duration
2 hours
Timings
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹10
Best Time
Oct – Mar
VisitKashi Rating
4.8 / 5.0
Category
🏛️ Heritage & Sightseeing
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