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At a Glance: Essential Visitor Information
Timings10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (approximate)
Entry feeNominal entry ticket
Best time to visitOctober to March
From city centreEast bank of the Ganga, opposite the main ghats
LocationVaranasi, Uttar Pradesh
Know before you go
About Ramnagar Fort
Ramnagar Fort, on the eastern bank of the Ganga opposite the main ghats, was the residence of the Kashi Naresh (the traditional royal family of Varanasi) and now houses a museum of vintage cars, royal costumes, weapons and other artefacts.
Getting there
How to Reach Ramnagar Fort
Reachable by boat across the Ganga from the ghats, or by road via the Ramnagar bridge.
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