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Jaunpur
Do Jaunpur as a day trip from Varanasi or Lucknow; see the Sharqi fort, mosques and bridge in 6–8 h, no overnight stay needed.
Jaunpur is a small historic town in eastern Uttar Pradesh, known for its Sharqi‑era forts, mosques and the 16th‑century Shahi Bridge. It is reachable by train and road and can be explored in a single day; basic hotels and eateries are available but tourist services are limited.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- INR
- Best months
- Oct–Mar (check)
- avoid May–Sep (high heat, check)
- Airport
- VNS
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 6
- South Asia ↗Trekking regions, border districts and several Indian states need separate permits on top of the visa; check the permit before you book transport into them.
- South Asia ↗Remove shoes (and in many Jain and Hindu temples, leather) before entering; cover shoulders and legs; ask before photographing people or rituals.
- India ↗Apply for the e-visa only on the official government portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in); lookalike sites charge extra. Check the current rules, fees and how far ahead to apply.
- India ↗Do not follow anyone who says your hotel is closed, the station ticket office is closed or a road is shut; use the prepaid taxi counter, the metro or an app car.
- India ↗Carry Indian rupees in small notes (10, 20, 50, 100); change for 500 is often refused.
- India ↗Parts of the Northeast, Sikkim, Ladakh, the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and all border belts need a Protected or Restricted Area Permit or an Inner Line Permit for foreigners; check before you book the route.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Jaunpur100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Jaunpur, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Indian rupees (INR, ₹) in small notes for autos, street food, tips and entry tickets.India-wide
- SIM or eSIMJio, Airtel and Vi sell tourist SIMs at airport counters and their shops; passport, visa and a photo needed; activation can take a few hours.India-wide
- Tap waterNot drinkable from the tap.India-wide
- TippingRestaurant: 5–10% if no service charge is on the bill.India-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/D/M. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.India-wide
- SafetyJaunpur is low‑risk; main concerns are heat in summer and occasional traffic congestion.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and airports; squat toilets with a water jug or hose in stations and villages.India-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 102 Medical / ambulance · 112 General emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysThe Taj Mahal is closed on Fridays; many museums close on Mondays; banks close on the second and fourth Saturdays…India-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportVNS Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi.
- Getting aroundAuto‑rickshaws are the main intra‑city transport; negotiate fares (no fixed rates).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeTea/coffee at a local café₹30–50 (≈ under US$1)
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (pani puri, samosa)₹20–40 (≈ under US$1)
- BeerBeer (bottled)₹80–120 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹800 (≈ US$10)
- Mid-range bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹1,200 (≈ US$14)
- High-end bedBudget hotel room, a night, per room₹2,000 (≈ US$25)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₹1,200 (≈ US$14) · Mid ₹2,500 (≈ US$30) · High ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- VNS Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Feb
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Mar
Best
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Apr
not flagged
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
May
Avoid
42°C (108°F)108°F (42°C)
Jun
Avoid
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
Jul
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Oct
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Nov
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Dec
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Best: Oct–Mar. Avoid: May–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest May (42°C (108°F)108°F (42°C)), coolest Jan (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Jaunpur: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
2 rd
Feb
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2 rd
Mar
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
3 rd
Apr
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
5 rd
May
42°C (108°F)108°F (42°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
7 rd
Jun
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
10 rd
Jul
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
12 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Sep
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
8 rd
Oct
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
5 rd
Nov
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3 rd
Dec
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Auto‑rickshaws are the main intra‑city transport; negotiate fares (no fixed rates). A full city tour takes about 3 h and costs around ₹600 (2023 rate).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Varanasi
cautionDoor to door: ≈1.5 h
Train from Jaunpur Junction to Varanasi (≈1 h) or bus on NH‑56
Longer trip; consider if you have extra time.
Lucknow
skipDoor to door: ≈3–4 h
Train (≈3 h) or bus (≈4 h) via NH‑56/27
Too far for a day from Jaunpur.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Hotel Ambar Palace
budget option, central location
Hotel JP International
near Oland Ganj, basic amenities
Hotel River View
river‑side, modest rooms
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₹1,200–2,000 (≈ US$14–25) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₹2,000–3,500 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- High
- ₹3,500 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel room1 × 1 night × ₹800 | ₹800 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| Trip total≈ ₹2,000 per person per day, bed included | ₹2,000≈ US$25 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Auto‑rickshaw (3 h city tour) | ₹600–800 (≈ US$7–10) |
| Tea/coffee at a local café | ₹30–50 (≈ under US$1) |
| Street snack (pani puri, samosa) | ₹20–40 (≈ under US$1) |
| Beer (bottled) | ₹80–120 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- No trained tourist guides; plan routes yourself.
- Auto‑rickshaw rates are not fixed; always bargain.
- Facilities such as information desks are limited.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Medical / ambulance
- 102
- General emergency
- 112
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Emergency
- Police100
- Medical / ambulance102
Embassy
US consulate is in Lucknow; Indian emergency number 112.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Jaunpur → Varanasi (train): ≈₹250, 1 h (check)
- Auto‑rickshaw city tour: ≈₹600–800, 3 h (check)
Say or show
- माफ़ कीजिए — Excuse me / Sorry (maaf kijiye)
- यह कितना है? — How much is this? (yeh kitna hai?)
- शौचालय कहाँ है? — Where is the bathroom? (shauchalay kahan hai?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Jaunpur. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Mar (check) · avoid May–Sep (high heat, check) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a guided heritage walk (local guide, check availability).
- Include a night stay to explore nearby Sarnath or Varanasi.
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