除了伽特之外，旧城中纵横交错的细街小巷也是游客不能错过的地方。路旁有很多台子，走在这里，你的视觉、味觉和听觉都会有很多不可思议的感受。瓦拉纳西还有很多历史久远的寺庙。几乎在每个路口，你都能看到一座小寺庙，这些地方是人们日常祈祷和当地宗教仪式的主要场所。不少大型的寺庙则跟城市一起经历了历史的风风雨雨。座落在恒河水边的黄金庙，是湿婆神的圣坛。在印度教中具有举足轻重的意义，同时还赋予瓦拉纳西庄严神圣的地位。这里通常戒备森严，有时候，外国游客只能进入寺庙的外围，但有时候，它也会对游客们完全开放。另一座著名的宗教圣殿是杜嘉女神庙，由于附近有大量的猴子出没，所以这里又叫作猴子庙。成千上万的印度教徒会在吉日来到这里祈祷。非教徒则只能进入外围，不能走进庙宇内部。Sankat Mochen在当地也很有名，它常常会举行一些文化活动或年度的宗教集会。而鸟瞰潘奇刚噶伽特景象的最佳地方则是Alamagir清真寺顶上。

    Apart from sightseeing, there are plenty of other experiences to be had in this magnificent city. For those seeking cultural enrichment, Varanasi offers opportunities to learn a classical instrument such as the tabla or the sitar. Yoga is another popular activity. Music teachers and yoga teachers can be found throughout the city, but it is probably best to ask around for the most reputable ones. Many places also offer opportunities to learn the Hindi language, Hindu religion, or meditation. For those out to do a little shopping, Varanasi is well known for its silk. Although it is a little out of the way, the Mehrotra Silk Factory has reasonable set prices and a good selection. There are many tailors in the city that can make you beautiful scarves, saris, and clothing from the silk you buy.Before making any large purchases, however, it is important that shoppers first look around and gauge what the going rates are. It is also advisable that shoppers learn how to distinguish between real and fake silk. When purchasing something, it is imperative to drive a hard bargain. ......