Varanasi

An ultimate destination for every Hindu devotee, Varanasi, also referred as Banaras, has a lot to offer to the people from all walks of life. Varanasi is scattered with numerous temples along with historical sites that make it extremely interesting place to visit. One also comes across an array of ghats, the spots where several pilgrims bathe to experience the sacred essence of River Ganga.

Among the holy ghats, you have Rana Ghat, Shivala Ghat, Kedar Ghat, Panchganga Ghat, Tulsi Ghat, Hanuman Ghat, etc. and many more that fill the heart of a devotee with immense pleasure.

After bathing at any of the above mentioned ghats, pilgrims make it a point to head towards sacred temples including Kaal Bhairav Temple, Viswanath Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Nepali Hindu Temple, Durga Temple, etc. The Kaal Bhairav temple is a significant temple of Lord Shiva where devotees make it a point to offer black colored thread to Shiva which they get in return as ‘prasad’ that fights all the evil effects of the world. Another important temple here is Gowdi Matha Temple, where shells are presented to the goddess. The temples and ghats have given a new definition to the tourism in Varanasi.

Apart from temples and ghats, there are other places to visit as well. You would be pleased to know that Sarnath, linked with the worship of Buddha welcomes visitors at all times in the year. You also have Ram Nagar Fort and Alamagir Mosque that can also be included in the sights you plan to visit in Varanasi.

• Taking Boat Rides through the River Ganga and witnessing sunrise and sunset.
• Undertaking holy bath in the the Ganga River.
• Visiting Kriti Gallery.
• Eating out at Karki's Restaurant and trying out lassi at Shiv lassi Bhandar.
• Visiting Ghat for Evening aarti.

In & Around

When you travel around Varanasi, you get acquainted with towns including Kushinagar, Chunar, Vindhyaychal, Sarnath as well as Kaushambi. At Chunar, you have Kaimur Hills which offer you the wonderful sight of River Ganges moving swiftly. You also have Chandraprabha Wildlife Sanctury where you would spot a vast variety of plants and animals.

Kushinagar and Sarnath are the places that every diehard Buddhist would love to pay a visit. At Sarnath, Buddha temples along with ancient monuments dating back to the 12 century richly add sacred essence to the city. On the other hand, Kushinagar is related to Buddha because Buddha left his body at this place Buddha left his body and makred it with sacred importance.

A major place of religious significance and much frequented by Hindu pilgrims, Varanasi is the centre of attraction for many people. There exist an array of Jain and Hindu temples, Buddhist Stupas and many other places that amuse you completely. At 10 Km distance from Varanasi, there is Sarnath, which is well known for Gautam Buddha’s first preaching. Satnath quite effectively delineates structures and monuments that date back to the primitive Ashokan period.

Another interesting place that is worth visiting is Chunar, famous for Chunar Fort and this place lies at a distance of 40 Km from Varanasi. With Kaimur Hills forming its base, Chunar Fort looks spectacular when the waters of the River Ganges flow through it.

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