Varanasi, or Banaras, is
one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi's prominence in Hindu
mythology is virtually unrivalled. Mark Twain, the English author and literature,
who was enthralled by the legend and sanctity of Banaras, once wrote: "Benaras
is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks
twice as old as all of them put together". One of the earliest descriptions
of Varanasi is found in the Buddhist scriptures as also in the epic, 'Mahabharat'.
The 'Pali' version of Varanasi was 'Baranasi' which ultimately gave birth
to the name 'Banaras'. According to the 'Vamana Purana', the Varuna and Assi
rivers originate from the body of the primordial person at the beginning of
time itself.
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About
Varanasi Travel Guide
One of the earliest descriptions of Varanasi is found in the Buddhist scriptures
as also in the epic, 'Mahabharat'. The 'Pali' version of Varanasi was 'Baranasi'
which ultimately gave birth to the name 'Banaras'. According to the 'Vamana
Purana', the Varuna and Assi rivers originate from the body of the primordial
person at the beginning of time itself. The tract of land lying between them
is believed to be the holiest of all pilgrimages. The holy land between these
two rivers is 'Varanasi'. Varanasi, also famous as Kashi (Derived from the
root 'Kas' - to shine) is called the city of spiritual light.
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Places
to See
River Front, Gyanvapi Mosque, Durga Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, The Kashi
Vishwanath Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, New Vishwanath Temple, Annapurna Temple,
Manmandir, Bharat Kala Bhawan, Alamgir Mosque
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Excursions
Sarnath, Ramnagar, Vindhyachal, Allahabad, Chunar Fort, Kaushambi, Chandraprabha
Wildlife Sanctuary, Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary
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Fairs
& Festivals
Buddh Purnima, Bharat Milap, The unique Ramlila of Ramnagar, Dhrupad Mela,
Hanumat Jayanti Janmotsav, Nakkatyya - Chetganj, Nag Nathaiya, Mahashivratri,
Panch Koshi Parikrama
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Shopper's
Paradise
Varanasi has, since times immemorial, been hailed as a premier centre for
some of the finest handicrafts. The most renowned craft of the city is its
silk weaving. "Benarsi Sarees" produced by local craftsmen are among
the most preferred, not only in India but across the world. Brassware, copperware,
ivory ware, glass bangles, wood and clay toys and exquisite gold jewelry are
some of the other crafts the city is famous for.
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