The land of Varanasi (Kashi) has been the ultimate
pilgrimage spot for Hindus for ages. Often referred
to as Benares, Varanasi is the oldest living city
in the world. These few lines by Mark Twain say
it all: "Benaras is older than history, older than
tradition, older even than legend and looks twice
as old as all of them put together". Hindus believe
that one who is graced to die on the land of Varanasi
would attain salvation and freedom from the cycle
of birth and re-birth. Abode of Lord Shiva and Parvati,
the origins of Varanasi are yet unknown.
Ganges
in Varanasi is believed to have the power to wash
away the sins of mortals. Ganges is said to have
its origins in the tresses of Lord Shiva and in
Varanasi, it expands to the mighty river that we
know of. The city is a center of learning and civilization
for over 3000 years. With Sarnath, the place where
Buddha preached his first sermon after enlightenment,
just 10 km away, Varanasi has been a symbol of Hindu
renaissance. Knowledge, philosophy, culture, devotion
to Gods, Indian arts and crafts have all flourished
here for centuries. Also a pilgrimage place for
Jains, Varanasi is believed to be the birthplace
of Parsvanath, the twenty-third Tirthankar.
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