About Varanasi
The holy city of Varanasi or Banaras is located on the banks of the River Ganga and is a famous Hindu pilgrimage site. Also famous as Kashi (Derived from the root 'Kas' - to shine), Varanasi is called the city of spiritual light. The city has a unique serenity and sanctity in the very atmosphere that envelops it. Tour its legendary temples, which are visited by pilgrims from all over the world. Best visited during September to March, the famous attractions of this city are ghats of the River Ganga, Durga Temple, Bharat Mata Temple, Alamgir Mosque, Tulsi Manas Temple, Vishwanath Temple and the Benaras Hindu University.