| One of the world's oldest living cities, Varanasi was an | | | | evening aarti (prayers) held in the temples are not to |
| abode of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Varanasi, | | | | be missed, when the whole ambiance is filled with the |
| globally famous for its ancient tradition and culture, | | | | sounds of bells and chanting of mantras. Some major |
| forms ultimate pilgrimage destination for Hindu | | | | Hindu temples includes Tulsi Manas temple, Durga |
| devotees. The holy city is situated on the banks of | | | | Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Bharat Mata and Sankat |
| pristine Ganges, steeped in mythological legacy. Pilgrims | | | | Mochan Temple. |
| take a holy dip in the river to get rid off their sins and | | | | Architectural Delight |
| purify their mind and soul. Hindus community have a | | | | The exquisite monuments situated in the town are of |
| strong belief that one who die on this sacred land | | | | great architectural delight. Each monument is |
| would attain salvation. | | | | associated with an important historical event. Historical |
| The pious city pull pilgrims from every corner of the | | | | edifices showcases the ancient Indian architectural |
| world. Pilgrimage tour to Varanasi is an exhilarating | | | | brilliance. Experience vibrant facet of this holy land by |
| experience which offers life time memories to be | | | | visiting some important stunning monuments such as |
| cherished. The city boasts several Hindu temples, | | | | tomb of Lal Khan, Ram Nagar fort, Gyan Kupor and |
| ashram, Buddhist stupas and Jain temples that are | | | | Jantar Mantar. Banaras Hindu University is the leading |
| worth visiting. For decades culture, Knowledge, art and | | | | centre of education in Indian subcontinent. Many |
| crafts and devotion to god has been flourishing here. | | | | eminent scientists, scholars, and artists have pursued |
| Ganga Ghats | | | | their education in this university. |
| The Ganga Ghats are the places where several | | | | Cultural Entourage to Varanasi |
| religious and ritual activities are practiced. These ghats | | | | Varanasi is land of many vibrant religious and cultural |
| are the series of downstairs to reach the riverfront, | | | | festivals, celebrated with great pomp and gaiety. The |
| built along the Ganges. People get down by these | | | | festive season is a time of celebrations for the |
| stairs to take holy dip and offer prayers to the rising | | | | devotees and they make offerings to Gods of |
| Sun. Assi ghat, Dasaswamedha ghat, Bachraj ghat, | | | | temples. Popular festivals of the holy city includes |
| Dandi ghat, Manikarnika ghat, and Hanuman ghat are | | | | Kartik Purnima, Ganga festival, Ramlila, Buddha |
| some popular ghats in Varanasi. | | | | Purnima, Bharat Milap, hanuman jayanti, Mahashivrarti, |
| Holy Shrines | | | | Panch Koshi Parikarma and Dhrupad Mela are |
| The majestic temples of Varanasi allures the | | | | celebrated with great enthusiasm and religious gaiety. |
| devotees across the world. Pilgrims make offerings | | | | Various fairs are also held in the city which are |
| and sing hymns in praise of God and Goddesses. The | | | | attended by thousands of people every year. |