e Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Sited on the bank of the holy river Ganga Varanasi is the famous sacred city of Hindu. It is a famous Hindu pilgrimage centre. It is the holiest place for Hindus. This city is also called as Benaras and Kashi. The city is dotted with collection of temples which appeals tourists from all over the world. Some of temples of the city are very old and some are newly built. These temples deserve the attentions of tourists and pilgrims through out the entire globe. Especially Hindu devotees and pilgrims come to the city to offer prayer at the holy place. It is also understood that the water of Ganga has the power of washing away all of one’s sins.

The holy city Varanasi is not only associated with Hindu, but it is also associated with Jainism and Buddhism. There are a number of shrines associated with Buddhism and Jainism. For instance, Sarnath is a world famous site for Buddhists. The ancient city of Varanasi is also noted for the age old civilization. It depicts the ancient civilization of entire country. Tourists can see numerous remains of

the past including the National emblem of India and the Ashoka Pillar at the Sarnath Archeological Museum. Travellers have brilliant opportunity to see the varied rituals, customs, traditions and culture of India in Varanasi. The city is also noted as an excellent centre for learning and the tradition for long times. Still today Banaras Hindu University is one of India’s top universities. Varanasi is also popularly described as the cultural capital of India.

Places of Tourist Interest :

Kashi Vishwanath Temple:
Located in the heart of holy city Varanasi, the temple stands near the Daswamedh Ghat on the western banks of holy river Ganga. It is the centre of faith for Hindus. It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is one of the holiest temples for Hindus.

Durga Temple:
Situated at Durga Kund (a manmade lake) it is a beautiful temple in Varanasi. The temple is dedicated to Goddess Durga 0 the Goddess of Power. The temple is also known as the Monkey Temple, because there are many monkeys present at the temple.

Sankat Mochan Mandir:
Dedicated to Lord Hanuman, it is one of the holiest temples in Varanasi.

Tulsi Manas Temple:
The temple is dedicated to Lord Rama and his consort Sita. It is one of the most popular temples and tourist attractions in the city. The temple is also called Birla Temple. The temple issituated next to the famous Durga Temple.

Bharat Mata Temple:
Located in the campus of the Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, it is the only temple in

India dedicated to Mother India. The temple has not idols or status. It has only a large relief map of India.

Banaras Hindu University:
It is India’s one of the top universities. It is also one of the oldest educational institutions of India. It was founded by Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya in the year of 1917.

The Ghats:
Ghats are also the major attractions of Varanasi tourism. There are a number of ghats in Varanasi where one can see varied rituals being performed. Visitors coming to the Ghats grab the spectacular view of temples and other ghats sailing over the Ganga River.

How to Reach Varanasi :-

By Air:
Varanasi Aarti

The holy city of Varanasi is well-connected and accessible by flights. It is well connected to major Indian cities and tourist spots like Delhi, Agra, Khajuraho, Jaipur, etc.

By Rail:
Varanasi Railway station is well linked with major cities like Delhi, Bodhgaya, Patna, Mumbai, Kolkata, etc.

By Road:
Varanasi is well-connected with major cities like Patna, Bodhgaya, Agra, Kanpur, Allahabad, Kanpur, Bhopal, Lumbini, Kushi Nagar, Gorakhpur, Khajuraho, etc.