Varanasi - Wikipedia
Located in the middle-Ganges valley in the southeastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi lies on the left bank of the river. It is 692 kilometres (430 mi) to the southeast of India's capital New Delhi and 320 kilometres (200 mi) to the southeast of the state capital, Lucknow.
Varanasi | History, Map, Population, River, Pilgrimage, & Facts ...
4 天之前 · Varanasi, also called Benares, southeastern Uttar Pradesh state, northern India. It is located on the left bank of the Ganges River and is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism. By the 2nd millennium BCE it had become a religious, commercial, and industrial center.
Guide to Varanasi, India - Lonely Planet
2024年9月19日 · Varanasi looms large in the minds of anyone contemplating a trip to India. This holy city is India at its most intense – and magical. Here’s how to get the most out of any visit to Varanasi.
A Guide to the Holy City of Varanasi, India - National Geographic
2016年4月1日 · The rich history of India's Hindu and Buddhist communities adds an extra dimension to a visit to Varanasi, where ancient sites and thriving cultures continue to draw modern-day visitors.
Varanasi travel - Lonely Planet | Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia
Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia. Varanasi is the India of your imagination. This is one of the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, and one of the holiest in Hinduism. Pilgrims come to the Ganges here to wash away sins in the sacred waters, to cremate their loved ones, or simply to die here, hoping for liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
10 Obscure And Incredible Things To Do In Varanasi, India.
1 天前 · Dashashwamedh Ghat: This is the main Ghat where the evening Ganga Aarti ceremony is held. Walking along the different ghats is one of the best things to do in Varanasi. 3. Varanasi Burning Ghats / Cremation Ghats. Many Hindus believe that dying in Varanasi liberates the soul from the cycle of birth and death.
Varanasi in India: Guide for Planning Your Trip - TripSavvy
2020年2月27日 · Varanasi is in Uttar Pradesh, about 300 kilometers (186 miles) southeast of capital Lucknow. The city has an airport and is connected by direct flight from major cities in India including Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Lucknow, and Khajuraho. Many people choose to travel to Varanasi by train.
48 Hours Varanasi Trip Itinerary: Charms Of Banaras Ghats - India…
6 天之前 · 48 hours in Varanasi: Itinerary day 1. Dashashwamedh Ghat | Image Credit: Sneha Chakraborty. In the morning, h op on a rickshaw just before the crack of dawn and ride to Assi Ghat, one of the most beautiful places in Varanasi’ s southern part. This is also where the rivers Ganga and Assi intersect, making this ghat particularly important.
Varanasi – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
Varanasi (Hindi: वाराणसी Vārāṇasī), once known as Benares or Banaras and Kashi, is a city at the banks of the Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh, India. Being the most sacred city in Hinduism and Jainism, and important in the history of Buddhism, Varanasi is India's most important pilgrimage destination. It was home to 1.2 million ...
Varanasi Guide - Asia Highlights
Varanasi is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in India. Located on the banks of the Ganges River, this holy city attracts numerous travelers and pilgrims throughout the year. Varanasi is the spiritual capital of India and is home to many Hindu historic buildings.