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Ramnagar Fort

Varanasi, India
Best timeOct–Mar
Set inVaranasi, India
In season~81°F high
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

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52–102°F
CurrencyINR
LanguageHindi
TimezoneUTC+05:30
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Map showing the location of Ramnagar Fort
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Historical monthly weather

Sweet spotPeak Nov–May. Go in Oct for similar weather.

Sunny share of daylightFeb · 80%
WarmestApr · 102°F
WettestAug
Best windowOct–Mar
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

The Ramnagar Fort is a fortification in Ramnagar, Varanasi, India. It is located near the Ganges on its eastern bank, opposite to the Tulsi Ghat. The sandstone structure was built in 1750 by Kashi Naresh Maharaja Balwant Singh. The current king and the resident of the fort is Anant Narayan Singh, who is also known as the Maharaja of Benares even though this royal title has been abolished since 1971.

Best time to visit

Aim for Oct–Mar, the 6 months that line up best.

Pairs well with

Gyanvapi Mosque
3 mi away
Vishalakshi Temple
3 mi away
Alamgir Mosque
3 mi away
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
3 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Ramnagar Fort?

The best time to visit Ramnagar Fort is October–March, in Varanasi, India.

Where is Ramnagar Fort?

Ramnagar Fort is in Varanasi, India.

What is Ramnagar Fort known for?

The Ramnagar Fort is a fortification in Ramnagar, Varanasi, India. It is located near the Ganges on its eastern bank, opposite to the Tulsi Ghat. The sandstone structure was built in 1750 by Kashi Naresh Maharaja Balwant Singh. The current king and the resident of the fort is Anant Narayan Singh, who is also known as the Maharaja of Benares even though this royal title has been abolished since 1971.

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