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Varanasi: An Introduction

Varanasi is a city in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C.E. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws pilgrims who bathe in the River Ganges’ sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along its winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.Area: 1,550 km²Weather: 17°C, Wind W at 10 km/h, 62% HumidityPopulation: 1.092 million (2001) UNdata

Name and OriginOne of the oldest cities of the world and the

oldest city of India Have several names: Varanasi, Banares, KashiA place between Varuna and AssiHoly place for Hindus, Buddhists and JainsSignificance of the Ganga River

Ganga in Varanasi or Varanasi at the bank of

the Ganga

Attractions of the CityTemplesSariRoadsGharanaPanSadhu

City of TemplesOld Kashi VishwanathSankat Mochan TempleDurga Mata Temple (Durga Kund)Manas TempleBharat Mata TempleBanks of River Ganga (Ghat- Aarati)

Kashi Vishwanath

Durga Mata Temple

River Bank

Vishwanath Temple

Vishwanath Temple

Lord Shiva

Mosque near Vishwanath Temple

River Bank

Nandi

Banarasi SariKnown in India for its special featuresWeavers mostly Muslim but customers Hindu

and representative of composite cultureThe city also produces carpets and handicrafts.

Banaras ki GaliyanOld City - so very narrow roadsIn the old part of the city, such as near the

Vishwanath Temple, it is difficult to see sunlight.Modern impacts in other parts but complicated

trafficAll means of transportation including animals

commute on the roads.

Music (Gharana)• Music of Banaras Gharana is quite famous• More than 200 years of history• Initiated by Pandit Ram Sahai (1780–1826) who

was a tabla player• Famous Personalities- Chhunulal Mishra, Giraja

Devi, Rajan-Sajan Mishra • Every year, Sankat Mochan Sangeet Samaroh • Khayal, Dhrupad, Kajari, Chaita etc.

Sankat Mochan Sangeen Mahotsava

Chhunulal Mishra

Tabala

Pan Shop

Sadhu

Mani Karnika Ghat

Sarnath Stupa

Sankat Mochan Temple

Dasasawmedh Ghat

Dev Dipawli

Ganga Aarti

Ramnagar Fort (Varanasi)

Food Of Varanasi

Get inVaranasi is well connected by plane, train, and bus. By planeLal Bahadur Shastri Airport (IATA: VNS) is located 25km northwest of the city center. A taxi to/from the airport takes an hour and costs 750, while a ₹tuk-tuk/auto-rickshaw can take twice as long and costs 500. Allow extra ₹time due to traffic. Air India [2], JetKonnect [3], SpiceJet [4], and IndiGo[5] all operate regular flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Khajuraho, andVisakhapatnam. There are flights to Colombo on Mihin Lanka Airlines, and flights to Bangkok on Thai Airways.Its easy to get a state-run bus to city center (opposite Varanasi Junction/Cantt station), which costs less than half a dollar. Bus stand is 10 minutes walking distance from airport. If taking state run(or private operator) bus from Varanasi to airport, take bus going to Jaunpur and get down at Babatpur airport stop. After walking 10 min, you can easily get to airport.

By trainThere are multiple daily services to cities including Delhi (13 hours), Agra (13 hours), Lucknow (7 hours),Mumbai, and Kolkata.Varanasi is served by three major railway stations:Varanasi Junction (IR station code : BSB) - the trip between the train station and the Ganges-area costs 100 in a tuk-tuk.₹Manduadih Railway Station - the trip between the train station and the Ganges-area costs 100 in a tuk-tuk.₹Mughal Sarai Junction (IR station code : MGS), about 20km east of the city - the trip between the train station and the Ganges-area costs

500 in a taxi.₹

By busThe bus station in Varanasi is located just east of the Varanasi Junction train station. A tuk-tuk from the bus station to the Ganges area costs 100.₹

By foot is the only way to see the waterfront and the ghats - but be ready to be hot, sweaty, and lost - locals are usually happy to point you in the right direction. The names of ghats and signs pointing to restaurants and hotels are often painted on the walls in Roman letters. For better orientation, walk into any book store and pick up a small guide/map book that will have the list of all the ghats and their historical background.

By cycle-rickshaw and auto-rickshawThe chaotic streets of Varanasi are sometimes too much to handle by foot. Therefore, it will often be convenient to travel by cycle rickshaw or auto-rickshaw. A short journey of a few kilometers should cost under 50, while a ₹longer journey within the city, such as between the ghats and the train station, will cost 100. Further journeys, such as to Sarnath (10km), cost ₹

200 each way by auto-rickshaw.₹

By car or taxiWhile taxis and cars-for-hire do exist, traffic makes them impractical.By bicycle[Bicycle rental is available from many vendors. Inquire at your hotel.

Varanasi Silk

Varanasi Festivals

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