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 One of the oldest cities of the country also known as Kashi, meaning the city of light, Varanasi finds its mention in the great epics of Mahabharata and Ramayana. More than six centuries older than the period of Christ, the city is located in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Known as Benaras during the British rule besides also being known as Muhammadabad, the place is said to have derived its name from two rivers Varuna and Ashi. To know more about his city, one must visit it. You can also visit this place on Varanasi Tours.
Situated on the left banks of river Ganges, Varanasi is one of the seven sacred cities of Hindus in India. Varanasi was the capital of the kingdom of Kashi during the time of Buddha (6th century BC), who gave his first sermon at nearby Sarnath. Varanasi has the finest river frontage in India, with miles of Ghats, or steps, for religious bathing; an assortment of shrines, temples, and palaces with rising tier on tier from the water's edge. The inner streets of the city are narrow, winding, and impassable for motor traffic; the newer, outer suburbs are more spacious and are laid out more systematically. To wander along the streets of Varanasi and experience the magic yourself, book yourself with Varanasi Tours, India.
The magnificent Krishna Balarama Temple built in 1975 by ISKON has today become Vrindavan's most popular temple and has one of the highest principles of Deity worship and cleanliness. Hare Krishna devotees from around the world can be seen here throughout they year. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple built by the temples is another famous tourist attraction of the city. Besides these the Bharat Mata Temple, Alamgir Mosque, Durga Temple, Tulsi Manas Temple, Archaeological Museum and Ram Nagar Fort are some of the place worth visiting on Varanasi Tours, India.
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