Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Uttar Pradesh
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The Maratha queen Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore built the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in 1780. The Hindu god Shiva is the focus of worship at this historic temple. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the most sacred Shiva temples, and is situated in Varanasi’s Vishwanath Gali in Uttar Pradesh. The Ganga Puja, also called the Ganga Aarti Ceremony, is a revered Hindu ritual and the most emblematic event in Varanasi, demonstrating the deep respect Hindus have for the Ganges River, considered by many to be the holy river of India.
Nearby Places to See
Sarnath & Singhpur
Originally, the Dharma was taught by Gautama Buddha at this very spot. To mark the historic occasion, a park dedicated to deer is established there. Shreyansanatha, the eleventh Tirthankara, was born in Singhpur, a city located roughly a kilometre from Sarnath. The twin cities were thriving intellectual hubs until they were destroyed by Islamic raiders in the 12th century.
Originally, the Dharma was taught by Gautama Buddha at this very spot. To mark the historic occasion, a park dedicated to deer is established there. Shreyansanatha, the eleventh Tirthankara, was born in Singhpur, a city located roughly a kilometre from Sarnath. The twin cities were thriving intellectual hubs until they were destroyed by Islamic raiders in the 12th century.
Assi Ghat
It is the famous ghat of Varanasi. Both tourists and locals stop by this location to unwind in the evening. An ancient peepal tree serves as a landmark.
It is the famous ghat of Varanasi. Both tourists and locals stop by this location to unwind in the evening. An ancient peepal tree serves as a landmark.
Things to Buy
Things to buy include Wooden toys,Ganga jal,Lal peda,Banaras Silk Saree,Gulabi Meenakari
Foods to Relish
Banarasi Paan,Malaiyo,Tamatar Chat,Lassi,Kachori Sabzi
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