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Varanasi (वाराणसी), also known as Kashi or Banaras, is one of the oldest living cities in the world and the spiritual capital of India. Located on the banks of the sacred River Ganga in Uttar Pradesh, it is a major center for religion, culture, and learning.
About Varanasi
Believed to be founded by
Lord
Shiva himself.
Known as the city of
moksha
(liberation) – Hindus believe dying here leads to freedom from the cycle of
rebirth.
Famous for its temples,
ghats,
Ganga Aarti, silk weaving, music, and Ayurveda.
A city where spirituality,
tradition, and culture come together.
Famous Temples in Varanasi
Kashi Vishwanath Temple
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
Founded by saint Tulsidas, dedicated to Lord Hanuman.
Durga Kund Mandir
Goddess Durga’s temple with a sacred pond.
Annapurna Devi Mandir
Goddess of food and nourishment.
Tulsi Manas Mandi
Where Tulsidas wrote Ramcharitmanas.
Famous Ghats
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Famous for the evening Ganga Aarti.
Manikarnika Ghat
Sacred cremation ghat, associated with moksha.
Assi Ghat
Popular among students, tourists, and spiritual seekers.
Harishchandra Ghat
Another ancient cremation ghat.
Panchganga Ghat
Confluence of five sacred rivers.
Things to Experience in Varanasi
Ganga Aarti at
Dashashwamedh
Ghat (a must-watch).
Boat ride on the
Ganga at
sunrise or sunset.
Silk Saree
shopping (Banarasi
Sarees are world-famous).
Explore narrow
lanes filled
with shops, sweets, and chai stalls.
Visit Sarnath
(10 km away),
where Lord Buddha gave his first sermon.
Taste local delicacies:
Kachori-Sabzi, Banarasi Paan, Malaiyyo (in winter).
How to Reach Varanasi
By Air: Lal
Bahadur Shastri International Airport (24 km).
By Train:
Varanasi Junction and Kashi Railway Station (well connected).
By Road: Buses
and taxis available from Lucknow, Allahabad, Patna, etc.
Best Time to Visit
October to
March – Pleasant weather for sightseeing.
Festivals: Dev
Deepawali, Maha Shivratri, Holi, and Kartik Purnima are celebrated grandly.
Spiritual Significance
Varanasi is considered the
“City of Shiva”.
Bathing in the Ganga is
believed to wash away sins.
Cremation at Manikarnika or
Harishchandra Ghat is believed to grant liberation (moksha).
Tour Details
Date
25 May 2025 - 31 May 2025
Destination
Eidnesburg
Duration
4 Day, 3 Night
Departure
25 May 2025, 04:45 AM
Return
31 May 2025, 10:00 PM
Total Peoples
28
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