“Banaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together”.
- Mark Twain
The Sacred Land of Kashi
Abode of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
Varanasi is the divine abode of Lord Shiva & Goddess Parvati.
The Ganges - Purifier of Sins
The Ganges is believed to wash away the sins of mortals and grant salvation.
Origins of Lord Shiva's Tresses
The river Ganga is said to originate from the tresses of Lord Shiva and expands here in its divine glory.
Salvation & Moksha
Hindus believe that one who dies on the land of Varanasi attains salvation and freedom from the cycle of birth and re-birth.
Birthplace of Parsvanath
Also a pilgrimage place for Jains, Varanasi is the birthplace of the 23rd Tirthankar Parsvanath.
A Heritage of Knowledge & Civilization
For over 3000 years, Varanasi has been a center of learning, philosophy, arts, devotion and culture.
Nearby Sarnath, where Buddha preached his first sermon
Birthplace of Parsvanath, the 23rd Tirthankar (Jainism)
Vaishnavism and Shaivism have co-existed harmoniously
Associated with spiritualism, mysticism, Sanskrit, yoga and Hindi
Honored authors - Prem Chand and Tulsidas (Ram Charit Manas)
Known as the Cultural Capital of India
A City of Arts, Music & Devotion
Many great exponents of music and dance have come from Varanasi.
Their legacy continues to echo in the lanes and ghats of this divine city.
Ravi Shankar
The world-renowned Sitar maestro
Ustad Bismillah Khan
The legendary Shehnai player
Temples, Learning & Timeless Legacy
A City of Temples
A city of countless temples and sacred sites.
Theosophical Society
Mrs. Annie Besant chose Varanasi as the home for her Theosophical Society.
Banaras Hindu University
Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya established Banaras Hindu University.
Birthplace of Ayurveda
Ayurveda is said to have originated here and is the basis of modern sciences.
Maharshi Patanjali
The preceptor of Ayurveda and Yoga, was also affiliated with Varanasi.
Silks & Handicrafts
Famous worldwide for its silks, gold & silver brocades since ancient times.
Experience the Essence of Varanasi
Divine Ghats
Spiritual Aarti
Ancient Streets
Sarnath - 10 km Away
Ancient Temples
Banarasi Silks
