Varanasi become popular among Gen z.
\n\nIndia's festive season is bringing out the travel itch in a big way! Domestic festive-season travel searches by Indian users on Airbnb rose nearly 40% year-on-year, according to the platform's data. One of the more interesting trends is the rise of Varanasi as a favourite among Gen Z travellers.
\n\nThe figures are based on searches on Airbnb. They do not show confirmed bookings or growth across India's wider travel market. Still, they give a useful look at where Indians are thinking of heading this festive season.
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\n\nFor many young travellers, the ancient city offers something different from the usual holiday. The ghats along Ganga, the evening aarti, narrow lanes full of food stalls, and centuries of history, makes it a place to experience and not just visit. The festive months also add to the pull, as the city comes alive with lamps, rituals and crowds by the river.
\n\nThis mix suggests that Gen Z travellers have varied interests. Some want a spiritual break, some want the sea, and others want the energy of a big city. Many…
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