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Explore Varanasi
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Varanasi Introduction |
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| The city of Varanasi in India is also known as Benares (or Banaras) and to the devout as Kashi - the 'city of light' where Shiva once lived. Built on the bank of the Ganges river, Varanasi is one of the oldest cities in the world and one of the most sacred places in India for Hindus. It is believed that dying here allows release from the circle of rebirths and eternal peace for the soul | ||||||||||||
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Facts and Figures |
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Varanasi
History |
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| The city dates back to 8th and 7th Century B.C. The Archaeological evidence for this is from the excavations at Rajghat(near Varanasi). Varanasi has been even before the advance of Aryans along the river Ganga. The city remainded the Capital of Kingdom of Kashi till the end of twelth century. It has been rightly said that almost everything connected with Hindu Culture and Learning spread out of this city, all around the world. Here goes the legend: Seven Hindu Saints, wandered in vain in search of salvation. They prayed to Lord Vishnu, who created a mysterious sound, mixed with dazzling light- that glittered over a zone of peace on this earth. This zone was none other than Kashi, now called as Banaras, Varanasi. Even before Rome and Greece had become known Varanasi had already risen to greatness | ||||||||||||
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How to
Reach Varanasi |
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Air: The airport is situated 22 km from the city.
Varanasi is connected with regular flights from Delhi, Agra, Khajuraho,
Kathmandu and Calcutta. Rail: Varanasi is connected to all major cities and towns in India such as Delhi, Agra, Lucknow, Patna Calcutta, Ahmedabad, Mumbai. Railway Station is located in the heart of the city.
Road: Varanasi is very well connected by a network of roads and road
transport to all major towns of Uttar Pradesh and surrounding areas. |
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Best Season to Visit
Varanasi |
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The best season to visit Varanasi is undoubtedly September end - November. |
