Almost 3000 years old, Varanasi is one of the oldest living cities in the world and the ultimate pilgrimage centre for Hindus. Varanasi, the holy city of India, is also known by the name of Kashi and Benaras. Varanasi also Known as the cultural capital of India. In Pali language Varanasi was called Banarasi hence it got the name 'Banaras'.Varanasi is also called 'Kashi' or the city of spiritual light. The word ‘Kashi’ originated from the word ‘Kas’ which means to shine. Kashi is the place where Shiva and Parvati stood when the "time started ticking". Located on the bank of holy river Ganga, in east Uttar Pradesh, This city of alleys is one of the favourite tourist destinations of India. 80 Ghats (podium) built along the bank of river Ganga is its special feature. One theory also goes that Varanasi is located on the land between the river Varuna and Assi hence the name Varanasi.
Varanasi is also renowned for its rich tapestry of music, arts, crafts and education. People across the world descend in this holy city to imbibe its unique art and culture. People believe that pilgrimage of this holy city; flush out all the sins of life. It is the 2nd most sacred city after Ayodhya. Benarsi sarees and paan (betel) are famous all over the country.
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