Varanasi - Wikipedia
WEBLocated in the middle-Ganges valley in the southeastern part of the state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi lies on the left bank of the river. It is 692 kilometres (430 mi) to the southeast of India's capital New Delhi and 320 kilometres (200 …
Varanasi | History, Map, Population, River, Pilgrimage, & Facts
WEB2 days ago · Varanasi, also called Benares, southeastern Uttar Pradesh state, northern India. It is located on the left bank of the Ganges River and is one of the seven sacred cities of Hinduism. By the 2nd millennium BCE it had become a religious, commercial, and industrial center.
The Holy City of Varanasi | Smithsonian
WEBAug 19, 2009 · Varanasi is a heap of mismatched temples and narrow steps located on the Ganges' crescent-shaped western bank, in the state of Uttar Pradesh. It is a city of scholars, home to one...
A Guide to the Holy City of Varanasi, India - National Geographic
WEBApr 1, 2016 · The rich history of India's Hindu and Buddhist communities adds an extra dimension to a visit to Varanasi, where ancient sites and thriving cultures continue to draw modern-day visitors.
Guide to Varanasi, India - Lonely Planet
WEB3 days ago · In the east of Uttar Pradesh, India’s most populous state, Varanasi is well connected to other parts of India by bus, train and air. To or from Delhi, trains take between 8 and 13 hours; flights to many cities in India take off from the airport, 24km (15 miles) northwest of town. Many travelers opt to break their journey at Varanasi on their ...
Varanasi travel - Lonely Planet | Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia
WEBVaranasi. Uttar Pradesh, India, Asia. Varanasi is the India of your imagination. This is one of the world's oldest continually inhabited cities, and one of the holiest in Hinduism.
Varanasi – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBVaranasi (Hindi: वाराणसी Vārāṇasī), once known as Benares or Banaras and Kashi, is a city at the banks of the Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh, India. Being the most sacred city in Hinduism and Jainism, and important in the history of Buddhism, Varanasi is India's most important pilgrimage destination. It was home to 1.2 million ...
Places to Visit In Varanasi | Incredible India
WEBExplore Varanasi city and its best places to visit. One of the oldest living inhabitations of the world, the sacred city of Varanasi or Benaras, nestled on the banks of the holy Ganges river, has been attracting pilgrims for centuries.
Varanasi district - Wikipedia
WEBVaranasi district is a district in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, with the holy city of Varanasi as the district headquarters. It is also the headquarters of the Varanasi division which contains 4 districts (including Varanasi).. It is surrounded by Mirzapur district, Jaunpur district, Ghazipur district, Chandauli district, and Bhadohi district.The Ganga (Ganges) river flows through the ...
Varanasi Guide - Asia Highlights
WEBVaranasi is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in India. Located on the banks of the Ganges River, this holy city attracts numerous travelers and pilgrims throughout the year. Varanasi is the spiritual capital of India and is home to many Hindu historic buildings.