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The historic city of Varanasi is situated in the northern part of India and adorns the eastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh. Being located on the banks of the river Ganges, Varanasi has lands, which are pertinent for agriculture as the rich alluvial deposits from the Ganges replenish the soil everyday.

Nearest Airport / Railway Station:
Varanasi TravelThe city of Varanasi is well connected to the different parts of India by means of several domestic airlines and intricate railway network. The major airlines operating in the Varanasi city are the Kingfisher Airlines, Jet Airways, Indian Airlines, Spicejet and the Alliance Air connecting the city to the rest of the country. Intricate network of railways connect the city to almost all the major metropolis and the various other cities. Bus is also an important mode of transportation that plies passengers to the neighboring cities and regions of Varanasi.

Highlights:
Kashi Vishwanath Temple, the riverfront known as ghats, Alamgir Mosque, Durga Temple, Vishwanath temple, Sankat Mochan Temple and the Tulsi Manas Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Archaeological Museum, The Benaras Hindu University.
Best Time to Visit:
Varanasi attracts tourists from all over the world throughout the year but best time to visit the city is from the month of October to March when the climate is quite comfortable for venturing out for a whole day trip.
History of Varanasi:
Varanasi Travel"Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together"- this is how Mark Twain has described Varanasi, which is one of the ancient cities in the country and has had been the holiest spot for the Hindus for hundreds of years. The epitome of Hindu renaissance, the city has been the abode of knowledge, wisdom, culture, philosophy and worship since ages. People go the city to attain salvation by serving the mythological Gods. The pilgrims take bath in the water of the River Ganga flowing through the city believing that it will wash off their sins.

The city is believed to have been the adode of the Hindu mythological gods Lord Shiva and Parvati. The civilization of the city dates back to thousands of years and is even believed to have been the dwelling place of Buddha for quite sometime. Being the birthplace of Parsvanath, the city has also been one of the major spots of attraction for the Jains.

Precisely Varanasi is a land of spiritualism, language, literature, medical science, mysticism and Yoga. It has never failed to provide solace to the minds of the believers.
Places to see in Varanasi:
The main religious appeal of Varanasi lie in its various ghats, which is a local term for the different rivebanks of Ganges. The major ghats of Varanasi are:

  • Asi Ghat to Kedara Ghat
  • Chauki Ghat to Chaumsathi Ghat
  • Dashashwamedha Ghat
  • Man Mandir Ghat to Lalita Ghat
  • Manikarnika Ghat
  • Scindia Ghat
  • Panchganga Ghat to Adi Keshva Ghat
  • Vishwanatha Khanda

All these ghats provide picturesque view of the river and the vast stretches of the riverfront. A religious bathing place for the pilgrims in Varanasi, the city is incomplete without its ghats. Besides the ghats the other places to visit in the city are the following:

Varanasi TravelKashi Vishwanath Temple: It is believed to be the place where Lord Shiva showed his power and magnificence by breaking into a whirlpool of light to ultimately disappear into the heaven, and it is therefore devoted to the worship of Lord Shiva. The temple has an idol of Lord Shiva that is worshiped by hundreds of pilgrims everyday.

Alamgir Mosque: A wonderful piece of architecture that has merged the Mughal and Hindu art to produce a structure symbolizing religious affinity. Durga Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple and the Tulsi Manas Temple: All these temples are devoted to the worship of the various incarnations of Hindu Gods and Goddesses.

Bharat Mata Temple: The structure of this temple resembles the subcontinent of India and the Tibetan plateau. Its brilliant architecture makes it one of the main places of attraction in Varanasi.

Archaeological Museum: It has preserved various objects and pieces of art that belong to the city of Varanasi and represents the tradition and the culture of the city.

The Benaras Hindu University: Famous all over the world for its innovative course structure and vast campus, a trip round the beautiful campus of Varanasi is very enriching.

Things to do in Varanasi:
Taking boat rides in the river Ganges, visiting the temples and shopping at Qazi Sadullahpura and other destinations in Varanasi.
Shopping in Varanasi:
Varanasi is famous for the silk saris and other dress materials woven in the city. Brassware, jewelries, carpets, rooms decors, wood crafts, wall hangings, lamp shades and religious masks are the things to look for in the shopping corners of the city.
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