The Eternal City of Light & Spirituality
Experience the divine essence of Kashi, where every stone tells a story, every ghat whispers prayers, and the sacred Ganges flows with eternal grace.
Sacred Ghats
Ancient Temples
Years of History
Annual Pilgrims
Banaras, also known as Varanasi or Kashi, is one of the world's oldest living cities and the spiritual heart of India. For over 3,000 years, this sacred city has been a beacon of spirituality, knowledge, and cultural heritage.
Nestled on the banks of the holy Ganges, Banaras is where life and death, past and present, divine and mortal converge in a timeless dance. From the ethereal Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat to the ancient lanes echoing with temple bells, every moment in Banaras is a step closer to the eternal.
"Banaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together."
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Discover 88 sacred ghats along the Ganges, each with unique spiritual significance and ancient rituals.
Explore Ghats
Visit the legendary Kashi Vishwanath and over 2000 temples that make Banaras the city of Lord Shiva.
Visit Temples
Experience the magical Dev Diwali, colorful Holi, and daily Ganga Aarti that illuminate Banaras.
View Festivals
Immerse in Banarasi silk weaving, classical music traditions, and centuries-old artistic heritage.
Discover Culture
Check today's tithi, nakshatra, auspicious timings, and upcoming festivals with our Hindu calendar.
View Panchang
Plan your perfect Banaras journey with tips on transport, accommodation, local food, and more.
Plan Journey"рдХрд╛рд╢реА рдореЗрдВ рдорд░рдгрдВ рдореБрдХреНрддрд┐рдГ" - Death in Kashi leads to liberation. This ancient city is where Lord Shiva himself whispers the Taraka Mantra in the ears of the departing souls.
"Banaras is not just a city, it's an emotion. The ghats, the temples, the aartis - everything here connects you to something divine and timeless."
"The Ganges at dawn, the sound of temple bells, the scent of incense - Varanasi awakens all your senses and transforms your soul forever."
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