Top 5 Destinations to Explore The Beauty of Varanasi

[Rahul Tiwari]

Varanasi - a religious place on the northern part of India – is popular for two things: temples and water bodies. The historical roots of the city date back to as long as 11th Century BC, making it one of the ancient cities in the subcontinent.

No other tour offers a better opportunity to explore the length and breadth of the religious city than the Golden Triangle tour with Varanasi. Given below is a list of the 5 must-visit places in the city. Do not forget to turn up at these sites if you get a chance to drop by Varanasi.

Top 5 Places To Visit in Varanasi

1. Kashi Vishwanath Temple:

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the prominent holy temples in India. Dedicated to Lord Vishwanath, a divine manifestation of Lord Shiva, it is a temple of magnificence and symbolism. What separates this temple from the long list of other temples that are dedicated to this divine deity? Well, it represents a prominent Jyotirlinga out of the twelve prominent Jyotirlingas of Hinduism.

2. New Vishwanath Temple:

Located in the interiors of the Banaras Hindu University (BHU) campus, New Vishvanath Temple is also popular by the name of the Golden Temple among tourists and pilgrims. Its walls are lit by spellbinding and beautiful sculptures. The temple stands tall as a symbol of heritage and harmony, depicting brotherhood among the members of various religions, castes and creed.

3. Panchganga Ghat:

An overwhelming spectacle of holiness and beauty, Panchganga Ghat is the point of union of five holy rivers namely, the Ganges, Yamuna, Saraswati, Dhupapapa and Kirana. For several years, the ghat has been the symbol of harmony between Hindus and Muslims. On the site of the ghat, at the point where there was the Bindu Madhava Temple, stands Beni Madhav-ka-Darera, the Mosque of Alamgir.

4. Gyan Kupa:

Gyan Kupa is situated in close proximity to the point of entry of Kashi Vishwanath Temple. It is believed that the water of the Kupa (meaning the well) is synonymous with spiritual enlightenment. It features at the top of the list of the seekers of spiritual knowledge and happiness.

5. St. Mary’s Church:

Despite the fact that the cultural heritage of Varanasi is dominated by Hinduism, St. Mary’s Church, with its hooded ventilation and louvered doors tells a different story altogether. The church has a projecting portico, apart from a beautiful aesthetics, and constitutes the major site in the city for the followers of Christianity.

The aura of these sites not only attracts visitors with its magnificence but also retains them for a long time. So, consider keeping at least a day’s time in hand to explore these spots in detail if you ever plan to come to Varanasi. A 5 day golden triangle tour in India is an ideal choice in this connection for both local and international tourists.