Banaras – the City of Light
India’s religious hub or prominent holiest city, Varanasi is set alongside the divine river of Ganga which makes it an abode of peace and spirituality that refreshes heart, mind, and soul. The city houses a lot of peaceful holy places where you can just head off for experiencing holistic healing. For many reasons like this, Varanasi is a major tourist destination in India that amuses everyone by its never-ending beauty and cultural lifestyle. Though Varanasi is heavily influenced by Hindu cultures, everyone is welcomed in the city whole-heartedly. Mainly known for an eye-pleasing Ganga Aarti, offering prayers in the evening, and delicious prasad – the spiritual places in Varanasi will always be visited by pilgrims in India. Here are some of the most eminent spiritual places to visit in Varanasi that you must not miss –
Kashi Vishwanath Temple –
One of the 12 Jyotirlingas, Kashi Vishwanath Temple is well known to be the essence of mythical wonder in India. The shrine houses an idol of Lord Shiva and is been worshiped by people across the country. The beauty of this temple is bowled over every visitor in the periphery of Varanasi.
Assi Ghat –
The divine ghat (bank of the river) is yet a famous place to visit in a city sightseeing tour. This place witnesses a huge crowd for visitors and devotees as it is believed that taking a dip in the holy river of Ganga at Assi Ghat can wash away all your sins and leads to peace for mind and soul.
Sankat Mochan Mandir –
A famous sacred place, the Sankat Mochan Mandir is devoted to the Lord Hanuman – a savior of all the troubles. Situated along the Assi River, the temple was built in the 19th century and houses a beautiful idol of Lord Hanuman. It witnesses a plethora of devotees, mainly on the days of Tuesday and Saturday.
Kanaka Durga Mandir –
The finest example of mythological beliefs, Kanaka Durga Mandir is linked with a very interesting legend surrounding the temple. This one is the most important place where the idol of Maa Durga is worshipped by a lot of pilgrims throughout the year.
Man Mandir Ghat & Observatory –
Another most famous place in Varanasi, the Man Mandir Ghat was constructed in the early 17th century by Maharaja Mann Singh. You can spot the majestic beauty of the Ganga River that adds to this a stunning view.
Along with these spiritual sites, there are many other places to visit in Varanasi like forts, palaces, etc. Exploring the city also means spending some quality time in nature and seek blessings of God. So, when you plan your visit to Varanasi, consider these in your bucket list and get the best authentic experience of like.
