Varanasi - an ancient city that has been there on the banks of River Ganges since the ancient times. In fact this sacred city is supposedly the oldest living city in India. Referred to as Kashi in the past, Varanasi is famous for its Ghats and temples shrouded in antiquity.
Mughals called it Muhhamadabad and the Britishers referred to this holy place as Benares and today Varanasi is an important heritage stop for all those on travel to the attractions of India with Tours.Maps-India packages.
Mark Twain, the celebrated thinker, wrier and scholar wrote "Benares is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together."
Varanasi is of great religious significance for Hindus who believe that this region is the "cosmic center of the Universe." The whole of Varanasi seems to be full of ancient temples each associated with a legend or mythological event of considerable religious importance for the Hindus.
Tourist Attractions in Varanasi
Though being a holy town Varanasi and its ghats are always thronged but the best time to visit is the winter months from October to March. Poornima or a Full moon day, Maha Shivratri, Holika-Dahan and Dhrupad Mela are other occasions when you may plan your tour to Varanasi.
Dasawamedha, Barnasangam, Panchganga, and Manikarnika are amongst the most popular ghats in Varanasi.
Benarasi silks and brocade saris are must buys for those on Varanasi tours with Tours.Maps-India.
Also tour the Ramnagar Fort, Sarnath, fort of Chunar, Kusumi Forest; Rajdari and Deodari falls in the Chandraprabha forest.
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