The city of Kashi itself symbolizes a city full of traditions and cultural significance. When it comes to Varanasi city, people often remember two things which are traditional and at the same time popular also. One of them is the name “the city of lord Shiva” which creates a worshipping environment. The other popular one is the Banarasi Paan. It combines with the name of Kashi fulfilling its aroma and taste. Today also, people here are so overwhelmed and consider paan a symbol of joy in the festive season. Let’s talk more about Banarasi Paan and some popular paan shops here in Varanasi.
About Banarasi Paan
Banarasi paan is one of the paans that never change the ingredients with time; however, it is traditionally made and served to people. The wet and clean betel leaves are stuffed with different fresh and fragrant materials wrapped up, and people eat them just like this. The reason why people love eating it is because of its smell and the variety available. Stuffing like Katha, saunf, sweetened rose petals crushed, cardamom, with a variety of herbs mixed with it. It gives a refreshing taste to the paan. You can also customize ingredients with whatever you like.
Popular Paan shops in Varanasi
In Varanasi, you won’t find any place without paan shops; however, there are some popular and old places that locals always visit when they crave paans.
Keshav Tambaku Bhandar near Ravidas Gate, Varanasi
This shop is one of the best banarasipaan shops here. You can find a variety of paans here; also, you can ask for any unique paan with different ingredients. It is located near Ravidas gate at Lanka Road in Varanasi. It is one of the rush areas of the city and so popular for street foods.
Keshav Paan Bhandar at Rathyatra-Sigra Rd, Varanasi
You can locate this shop at rathyatra-sigra road opposite Kuber Complex. There is too much crowd in that area, specifically when you are planning to visit in the evening time. Not only this, if you see there are other branches available in different places due to its popularity among people. So try it and share your experience with us.
Gama Paan Bhandar at Harha, Varanasi
This shop considers the oldest and most popular one among Varanasi people. They serve authentic banarasipaan with specific customization you want. People often like to go here due to its quick and budget-friendly paans. The exact location of this shop is at Godowlia-Luxa Rd in Varanasi. The popular area from where you can visit Dashashwamedhghat.
Babaji Paan Shop near Assi Ghat, Varanasi
You can get a variety of paans, starting from sweet to common ones. This shop is famous for making different types of paans based on customers’ preferences. You can visit this shop nearby Assi ghat on the main road.
Banaras Paan Store at Prahlad Ghat, Varanasi
Another famous shop for banarasipaansserves delicious paans stuffed with refreshing ingredients. It is based at Prahlad Ghat, crossing Varanasi railway station via the bridge. You can also observe the traditional banarasi look of the shopkeeper conversing in real Bhojpuri.
Conclusion
Banaras havea unique taste in their food and the culture they follow. One of the unique, refreshing snacks is its Banarasipaan. When you talk about Varanasi, one thing you always hear of their special paan. So, what is different in Banarasipaan? If you want to know the answer, try it by yourself and let us know how it tastes.