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Varanasi: The spiritual heart of India to heal your soul
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Nestled on the banks of the sacred River Ganges, Varanasi, also known as Benares or Kashi, is a city that embodies the soul of India. With its ancient temples, winding lanes, vibrant ghats, and deep-rooted spiritual traditions, Varanasi stands as a beacon of spirituality.
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The most famous temple in town, the golden gleam of Vishwanath is dedicated to Lord Shiva, one of the supreme deities of Hinduism; it was first built in 1776. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shiva temples.
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Especially in Varanasi, you will see the unblemished, everlasting pageantry of the cycle of life and death on full display. The city’s famed ghats, a series of stepped embankments built along the banks of the Ganges River, are awash with activity, ancient rituals and practices, to the everyday mundane.
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According to Hindu belief, Lord Shiva, the deity of destruction and creation, founded Varanasi, making it one of the holiest cities in India. The city is revered for its spiritual significance, as it is believed that bathing in the sacred waters of the Ganges and performing rituals here can purify one’s soul.
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