Varanasi, The Holy And Ancient City Where Flows The Holy River Ganges

Varanasi, among the oldest living city on Earth, is one of the most visited cities in India. It is a city that is as old as the Babylon, but unlike Babylon it is still a bustling city with life at its steady pace. There are many good reasons for the city being so popular. It is one of the major highlights in India tourism circle. Tourism in the city is very obvious; one prime reason is that it is one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations in the world. The other prime reason for the popularity of Varanasi, is home it is to the pious Ganges Ghats, Ram Nagar Durg, Banaras Hindu University, St. Mary's Church, Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Durga Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, and Tulsi Manas Temple. Plus, a little away from the city is Sarnath, the place where Lord Gautama Buddha preached his sermon to his followers and students. The place owns a huge religious significance, the Buddhists in particular.

Being one of the most significant tourist destinations in India, the city has excellent connectivity to all cities and state in the nation. There are several direct Delhi to Varanasi flightson daily basis. Besides, trains are rather cheaper and convenient modes to reach the city.

To feel the real essence of this centuries old city, where never ends the pious milieu of religion and festivity, a trip of the city is must. It is a city where the time literally stops in the ancient temples, the holy river Ganges, and the old lanes and by-lanes that fill the cityscape. The antiquity and the religious significance are the two prime reasons pulling the large number of tourists and devotees towards the city. It is a popular destination in Uttar Pradesh as well as in India. As a tourist destination the city is a plethora of rewarding opportunities. The city finds mentions in the magnificent epics of Hindu mythology and in the tales of Jataka in Buddhism.

True to its nature, the city is simply magical. It is conceived as the virginal place which brings Moksha, and hence is a place for cremation among the Hindus. The virginal temples, narrow streets, and the ghats of the city never go empty of visitors. Abundant glimpses of the Hindu monks in saffron, devotees taking dip in the unhygienic water of the river and performing various rituals, mark your tour of the city.

Most of the accommodation in the city are equipped with the most recent amenities and facilities. There are all types of lodging options available. Starting from tourist lodges, luxury hotels, to hotels in Varanasi with pricethat suits budget travellers, there is a big range of good options to choose from.

A couple of places that are not to be missed include: Manikarnika Ghat, Harishchandra Ghat, Kaal Bhairav Temple, Sankat Mochan Temple, Durga Temple, Manikarnika Ghat, Sarnath, Tulsi Manas Temple, Gauri Matha Temple, Nepali Hindu Temple, Vishwanath Temple, Banaras Hindu University. The time of religious festivals is the best time for Varanasi tour. An interesting thing is that fairs and festivals mark the calendars of the city all round the year. The most celebrated festivals include: Ganga Festival, Bharat Milap, Nakkatyya, Mahashivratri, Buddh Purnima, Panch Koshi Parikrama, Kartik Purnima, Ramlila, and Hanumat Jayanti.

Hotels like Nadesar Palace, Rivatas By Ideal, Ganpati Guesthouse,The Gateway Hotel Ganges, Hotel Sahu Varanasi, Temple On Ganges, Hotel Broadway Varanasi, Hotel Meraden Grand, and Jukaso Ganges are some good hotels options to choose from.