North Indian City Guide - Uttar Pradesh - Varanasi

Varanasi is a world heritage site and is one of the identity of India. This sacred land can be visited throughout the year. But during the month of Diwali and Shiva rathiri, the whole city is lively with the colorful garlands and vibrant lamps.

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Varanasi - City Guide

Varanasi experience all three seasons, summer, winter and Monsoon. Apr to June is the summer and Oct to Mar is winter in Varanasi.Being a world pilgrimage site, Varanasi can be reached from all over the world. There are both domestic and international flights to Varanasi. Train from all parts of India connects with Varanasi rail gauge.

A temple town situated on the banks of the holy River Ganges, Varanasi is among the oldest cities on the planet. Hindus believe taking a dip in the Ganges release oneself from the endless cycle of life and death. Being one of the Sapta Puris or the seven holy cities of Hinduism, Varanasi sees millions of pilgrims every year.

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one among the 12 Siva Jyotirlinga temples in India is the major attraction at Varanasi and one of the major pilgrimage sites in India. A temple town situated on the banks of the holy River Ganges, Varanasi is among the oldest cities on the planet. Hindus believe taking a dip in the Ganges release oneself from the endless cycle of life and death.

Being one of the Sapta Puris or the seven holy cities of Hinduism, Varanasi sees millions of pilgrims every year. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one among the 12 Siva Jyotirlinga temples in India is the major attraction at Varanasi and one of the major pilgrimage sites in India.