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Shree Kashi Vishwanath Temple

One of the oldest, richest, and holiest shrines of India is located in the sacred city of Varanasi and is known as Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Named Kashi, due to the ancient name of Varanasi, the glorious temple commemorates the mighty Lord Shiva and is a part of the 12 Jyotirlingas. Thousands of devotees travel from miles away to witness its soothing spiritual ambiance and seek blessings from their god. Sun glistens on the towering spires and domes made out of pure gold.

Dasaswamedh Ghat

Dashashwamedh Ghat is known for conducting the liveliest aartis along the holy river Ganga to immerse the visitors into divine bliss. A prominent member of the tourist attractions in Varanasi, Dashashwamedh Ghat, got its name due to the legend of Lord Brahma sacrificing 10 horses, or das Ashwamedh, in order to perform a yajna. Every sunset, the ghat gets illuminated by the light of diyas lit to commence the sacred rituals.

Kaal bharav mandir

Kaal Bhairav is considered the Kotwal (chief guardian) of Varanasi. Devotees believe no one can stay in the holy city without his permission, and before leaving Varanasi, it’s customary to seek his blessings.The idol of Kaal Bhairav is usually depicted with a fierce face, wearing a garland of skulls, and holding a trident (trishul).

Mahamritunjay temple

Shri Dhanvantari Koop is a sacred well located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, associated with Lord Dhanvantari, the divine physician in Hindu tradition and an incarnation of Lord Vishnu.The Kashi Khand of the Skanda Purana mentions that visiting this well and worshipping here grants relief from diseases.

Maa Annapurna Temple

Maa Annapurna Temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh is a revered shrine dedicated to Goddess Annapurna, the Hindu deity of food, nourishment, and abundance, believed to be an incarnation of Goddess Parvati. Seeing the suffering, Parvati reappeared as Annapurna in Kashi, distributing food to all, even feeding Lord Shiva himself.

Man Singh Observatory

Man Singh Observatory is a masonry observatory situated in the Man Mandir Ghat(or Someshwar Ghat). It is one of the five existing observatories in India. Also, one of the last constructions of the ‘Astronomical Stone Age’. It was originally constructed by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh(Man Singh), the King of Jaipur in 1710. While the Mahal was built in the 16th Century, it was restored in 1911.

Sankata Devi Mandir

Sankata Devi Mandir also known as Sankata Mata Mandir or simply Sankata Mandir; often referred to with prefix of Sri, is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the goddess Sankata Devi. The Mandir was constructed in 18th century by King of Baroda.

Nepali Temple

The lord of Nepal fabricated the Nepali Temple or the Kathwala Temple on the Lalita Ghat in Varanasi. Blazing a commonly Nepali style of design, it is additionally now and then tended to as the 'Small scale Khajuraho.' Displaying stunning woodwork, the sanctuary is a case of fine Nepali craftsmanship. While the wooden sanctuary was being fabricated, laborers from Nepal.

Varanasi Painted street

Visiting one of the oldest cities in the world turned out to be quite an experience. It was not just for the heritage and culture that I saw through the city, especially Varanasi ghats. What pleasantly surprised me were the ancient yet colorful walls of the city. The vibrant street art of Varanasi.

Atma Veereshwar Mahadev Temple

Situated near Scindia Ghat at Garwasitola / Ghasi Tola in Varanasi—just about 1.45 km from Varanasi railway station.A sacred legend tells of a sage, Vishwanar, who worshipped here with his wife, chanting the Abhilasha Ashtakam. Lord Shiva appeared as a young boy and instructed that those who perform this chant for a year would be blessed with children

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