Archaeological Survey of India - Excavated Remains

Archaeological Significance

What You'll Experience

Walk through exposed foundations, ancient pottery shards, and structural remains that chronicle Varanasi's evolution. The site showcases different periods of construction, with clear stratification visible in the excavated trenches. Information boards explain the significance of various finds, from ancient coins to terracotta figurines.

The excavations reveal how the Ganges riverbank has shifted over centuries, with ancient ghats now buried under later constructions. You can observe the techniques used by archaeologists and understand how urban settlements developed in one of the world's oldest continuously inhabited cities.