Varanasi 

Information About Varanasi :

                                 The World's oldest living city, Varanasi - also known as Kashi (City of Life) and Benaras, is the spiritual capital of India.It is one of Hinduism's seven blessed urban areas. The old city of Varanasi lies along the western banks of the Ganges, spread across a labyrinth of narrow galis. Be set up to stroll by walking and experience some blessed cows!Temples at almost every turn engulf Varanasi but the Kashi Vishwanath Temple is the most visited and the oldest of the lot. Benaras is known as the city of Lord Shiva for a reason, and rightfully so.

Varanasi is considered an auspicious place to die, as it is believed to grant moksha or liberation from the cycle of life and death. Spiritually enlightening, the heart of the city pulsates around the ghats, about 80 of which border the Ganges. Be prepared for the sights, sounds, and smells! Don't miss out on the hot chaat and cool lassi. However, all disarray and clamor on the ghats take a respite before sunset when the Ganga Aarti starts to happen, a function of tremendous glory.

Best Time To Visit In Varanasi :

                                        The best time to visit Varanasi is Winter (November - February) since the temperature is low and there is a calm breeze throughout the day. Summers in Varanasi experience high and dry temperatures. It is best to avoid the summers since they are hot dry and sunny making outdoor sightseeing difficult. Monsoons are a pleasant change, with moderate to heavy rainfall, while the winters are the best time to visit Varanasi, owing to the marvelous weather conditions that elevate its beauty to a large extent.

How To Reach Varanasi :

               Varanasi is all around associated via train, the street just as via air.It has two major railway stations, Varanasi Junction and the Mughal Sarai Junction. The city has its own airport with daily flights to Mumbai and Delhi. Buses are also available.

1.How To Reach Varanasi By Flight :

                  Varanasi has a worldwide air terminal, and however, relatively few global flights show up straightforwardly to Varanasi, practically all homegrown aircraft work normal trips to and from this city.Jet Airways, Air India, and Spice Jet operate the most frequent flights.

Nearest Airport: Varanasi.

2.How To Reach Varanasi By Road :

                   The road connections to Varanasi are well maintained and convenient, and most tourists who travel to Uttar Pradesh usually club two or three nearby cities and commute between them by road. The distance to nearby cities like Allahabad, Kanpur, and Gorakhpur is located within driving distance. National Highway 19 is the main connecting road.

3.How To Reach Varanasi By Train :

       Varanasi is a significant rail route station and practically all trains going through northern India go to Varanasi. The Mughal Sarai Junction is another major station that is 18 kilometers away from the main city and has trains coming in from cities all over India.

Places To Visit In Varanasi :

1 . Kashi Vishwanath Temple :

                       Arranged on the western bank of the heavenly waterway Ganga in Varanasi, Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas or sanctuaries committed to Lord Shiva.The main deity of Kashi Vishwanath Temple is Lord Shiva, also known as Vishwanatha or Vishweshwarar meaning 'the ruler of the universe'. The city of Varanasi, the cultural capital of India, is thus known as the city of Lord Shiva. The temple has 800 kg of gold plating on its tower.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

2 . Dasashwamedh Ghat :

                         As the name suggests, it is believed that this is the place where Lord Brahma performed the Dasa Ashwamedha sacrifice.This ghat is a strict spot and numerous customs are performed here. Visit at the hour of Kartik Purnima to observe a heavenly appearance in the city of lights - Dev Deepavali.This Ghat is most famous for the Ganga Aarti conducted every evening, and hundreds of people visit it every day. Watching the Ganga Aarti is an encounter that can't be clarified in words.When in Varanasi, make sure not to miss this calming experience.

              

Dasashwamedh Ghat

3 . Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple :

                The Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is arranged by the River Assi and was inherent the 1900s by the political dissident Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya. It is committed to Lord Rama and Hanuman.

                     Varanasi is always related to Sankat Mochan Temple and is an essential part of this holy city. Every person visiting Varanasi visits this temple and pay their respects to Hanuman. The laddoo offered at this temple is essentially famous among the locals. While visiting Sankat Mochan be aware of the monkeys who throng the temple premises and tend to steal away the prasad. Nonetheless, they are absolutely innocuous in the event that you let them be all alone.

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple

4 . Assi Ghat : 

                                   The Assi Ghat is set at the conjunction of the Rivers Assi and Ganga and is popular for the enormous Shiva Lingam introduced under a peepal tree. It has tremendous strict significance and has been referenced in the Puranas and different legends also.

                                  Assi Ghat is the heart of Varanasi and the locals, as well as, the tourists flock there to enjoy the amazing view of the sunset and sunrise at the Ganges. It is where tourists and foreigners who travel and stay in Varanasi for a prolonged period live.The Ghat has been a renowned spot among the neighborhood young people to while away their time at night. As of late, the Ghat began having Aarti in the first part of the day which is an absolute necessity watch in the event that you need to encounter the genuine feel of Varanasi. Likewise, the vacationers by and large travel from Assi to Dashaswamedh Ghat at night by boat, to see the acclaimed aarti directed there each night which is an encounter like none other. Assi ghat is close to Banaras Hindu University, and thus it is frequented by understudies.

                      

Assi Ghat

5.New Vishwanath Temple :

                                  The New Vishwanath Temple is each devout man's go-to objective to feel overpowered by the presence and force of the incomparable Lord Shiva.Not only is it located in the heart of the cultural capital of India - Varanasi, but its divinity is multiplied by the holy river Ganga that flows by its side. Banaras Hindu University is hence home to one of the biggest tourist attractions in the city of Varanasi, the grand New Vishwanath Temple.Visiting this sanctuary gives the admirer the space to place himself in the possession of God, at his attitude, and tune in to the voice in his heart.

New Vishwanath Temple

6 . Tulsi Manasa Temple :

                            Constructed in 1964, this temple is dedicated to Lord Rama and is named after the saint-poet Tulsi Das. It displays the Shikhara style of architecture and exhibits various inscriptions from the Ram Charit Manas on the walls of the temple.

                                Various episodes of Ramayana have also been depicted on the upper story of the temple in the form of carvings. The temple is a must-visit during the months of Saawan (July - August) when it opens up a special display of puppets, related to Ramayana, and is a fun experience for everyone.

Tulsi Manasa Temple

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