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Arhai Kangra Mosque
Adhai Kangra Mosque is a historical monument located in the ‘shivaite’ stronghold of Varanasi and symbolizing the city as the cultural capital of India. Additionally, the mosque possesses a historical significance as being one of the earliest monuments built during the period that saw the Muslim rule establishing their stronghold over South East Asia.
(Read more...)Assi Ghat
Assi Ghat is a sacred and highly revered riverfront in varanais, a dip in which is mandatory prior to worshipping a huge lingam placed under a Peepal tree just opposite to it. Situated at the confluence of Ganga and Asi rivers, it is the southernmost ghat in Varanasi or constitutes the southern end of conventional city.
(Read more...)Banaras Hindu University
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) is one of the outstanding and internationally acclaimed institutions of learning situated in the holy city of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It was founded in 1916 by stalwarts such as Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya, the great nationalist leader and Annie Basant who had a vision of this emerging as the University of India.
(Read more...)Bharat Kala Bhavan
Bharat Kala Bhavan is a historical museum housing an exquisite and rich collection of miniature paintings, archeological remains, rare paintings, souvenirs and Hindu & Buddhist sculptures. The complex lying within the campus of famed Banaras Hindu University was established in the year 1920 A.D.
(Read more...)Bharat Mata Temple
Bharat Mata Temple is like any of its counterparts located near and far- the glorious and historical temples depicting wonderful carvings and architecture, and visited by numerous people throughout the year.
(Read more...)Dashaswamedh Ghat
Varanasi is also known as the land of Ghats (riverfronts) and Dashaswamedh is one of its most famous, biggest and sacred ones. A great mythological legend associated with the place gives it the name ‘Dashaswamedh’ which means the place where ten horses were sacrificed.
(Read more...)Durga Temple
Durga temple is one of Varanasi’s most prominent and highly visited temples dedicated to Goddess Durga, a manifestation of Parvati who is the consort of Lord Shiva. Also known as the monkey temple, its presence at the very epicenter of an otherwise ‘Shivaite’ region is both surprising and significant.
(Read more...)Gyanvapi mosque
The Gyanvapi mosque is a historical site, one of the few mosques in the city and even a source of controversy all rolled into one. Located north of Dashaswamedh Ghat, near Lalita Ghat along the Ganges in Varanasi, the site at which the mosque stands today originally housed the Vishwanath temple. How it was changed from a temple to a mosque is a stuff of legends.
(Read more...)Jantar Mantar Varanasi
Jantar Mantar is an historical and famous observatory located in Varanasi and built by Jai Singh, an ardent follower of astronomy. The Maharaja of Jaipur constructed the monument in the year 1737 and went to great length to ensure the uniqueness and accuracy of the resulting monument.
(Read more...)Manikarnika Ghat
Manikarnika Ghat is one of the oldest and most sacred Ghats in Benaras which serves as the main cremation Ghat in the city. The riverfront enjoys a prominent position both in legendary mythology and amongst the general belief amongst the locals who believe that one whose last rites are performed here inherits instant gateway to liberation from the cycle of rebirths.
(Read more...)Ramnagar Fort
Ramnagar Fort in Varanasi is an historical monument that has managed to preserve the old age charm of the city. Merging seamlessly with the everyday rituals and activities that so characteristically describe Varanasi, the fort now presents itself to art lovers and historians alike.
(Read more...)Tulsi Manas Temple
Tulsi Manas temple is a relatively modern construction yet a harbor of great historical significance. Although the temple complex was built in the year 1964, the site is believed to be the place graced by saint Tulsidas who wrote Ramcharitamanasa- the Hindi translation of Sanskrit Ramayana.
(Read more...)Vishwanath Temple
The Vishwanath temple is a sacred shrine dedicated to Lord Shiva which is revered and highly frequented not only by devotees from Varanasi but from all parts of the country. With a deep history and cultural roots, the temple is now synonymous with the heritage city of Varanasi.
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