Varanasi is one of the most important Hindu pilgrimages, which attracts millions of tourists every year. In fact it is one of the oldest cities in the world. Varanasi is synonymous with spirituality and Hinduism. It is a land dotted with numerous temples, ashrams, ghats, Buddhist stupas and Jain temples.
Varanasi is also connected with Buddhism and Jainism. Symbolizes
age-old Indian civilization, Varanasi is located on the banks of the
holiest river in India, Ganga, in the state of Uttar Pradesh.
Varanasi, the city of legends, derived its name from the two streams
namely the Varuna(on the north side of the city) and the Assi(in the
south). Varanasi is also known as Banaras or Kashi. The word Kashi has been originated from the word 'Kas', which means 'to shine'. It is believed that Varanasi was once resided by Lord Shiva and his consort Goddess Parvati.
