Varanasi
About Varanasi
Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along the city's winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Boat cruises take visitors past the many ghats on the waterfront, including the Dashashwamedh Ghat to watch the fiery aarti ritual, performed nightly. Manikarnika Ghat is the principal cremation ground of Varanasi, with 24-hour flaming funeral pyres. Another notable ghat is Man Mandir Ghat, topped by a large palace built-in 1600. Above the river, the Mughal-style Ramnagar Fort was the palace of the former Maharaja of Varanasi and is now a museum. About 11km north of town, Sarnath, where Buddha gave his first sermon at the site of Dhamekh Stupa, features ancient temples.
Kashi Vishvanath Temple
Kashi Vishvanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
Manikarnika Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat is one of the holiest among the sacred riverfronts, alongside the river Ganga. It is believed that a dead human's soul finds salvation when cremated here.
Dashashwamedh Ghat
Dashashwamedh Ghat is the main ghat in Varanasi on the Ganga River. It is located close to Vishwanath Temple and is probably the most spectacular ghat.
Ramnagar Fort
Ramnagar Fort is a fortification in Ramnagar, Varanasi, India. It is located near the Ganga River on its eastern bank, opposite the Tulsi Ghat. The sandstone structure was built in the Mughal style in 1750 by Kashi Naresh Raja Balwant Singh.
Chaukhandi Stupa
Chaukhandi Stupa is an important Buddhist stupa in Sarnath, located 13 kilometers from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Stupas have evolved from burial mounds and serve as a shrine for a relic of the Buddha.
Bharat Mata Mandir
Bharat Mata Mandir is located on the Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith campus in Varanasi, India. Instead of traditional statues of gods and goddesses, this temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble.
Dhamek Stupa
Dhamek Stupa is a massive stupa located at Sarnath, 13 km away from Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh. Stupas originated as pre-Buddhist tumuli, in which ascetics were buried in a seated position, called chaitya.
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple
Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is one of the sacred temples of the Hindu God Hanuman Ji established by Saint Sri Goswami Tulsidas Ji in the southern part of Varanasi city, Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated on the banks of Pouranic Assi river.
Golden Temple
Golden Temple is a serene Buddhist temple complex featuring a whimsically painted shrine interior and art.
Nepali Mandir
Nepali Mandir is one of the oldest and most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Best Time To Visit Varanasi
The best time to be in Varanasi is October to February end. The climate will be mild and there will be no rainfall and thus, sightseeing and traveling become easier. The second reason is the festivals that are enjoyed during this season. The summers are dry, sunny, and humid with the temperature ranging from 32°C to 46°C. People usually avoid traveling to Varanasi around this time; especially in the months of May and June as they are considered the hottest. Hot dry winds called ‘loo’ blow across the area, making it harder for the purpose of sightseeing. This season receives occasional showers too. Walking along the Panchganga Ghat in the evening is refreshing.
Varanasi, with the onset of monsoon, experiences the fall in temperature, and the real beauty of the city comes in front in its drenched state. The monsoon in Varanasi is accompanied by heat, humidity, and moderate rainfalls. It is a bit difficult to travel around this time, but the tourists are attracted to the freshness and beauty of the place.
You can make the most of your trip to Varanasi by visiting around the winter season, the temperature ranges from 5°C to 15°C. The boat rides on the Ganga, visiting the different temples, and exploring the vibrant city is made double fun if done in the winter season. Some great festivals of the country fall around this time and take pleasure in the customs and rituals of the locals.
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