Varanasi The Oldest City in the World

Varanasi, or Benaras, (also known as Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi`s Prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrevealed. Varanasi is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together.

To be in Varanasi is an experience in itself, an experience in self–discovery and eternal oneness of the body and soul. To every visitor; Varanasi offers a breathtaking experience. The rays of the dawn shimmering across the Ganges, the high-banks, the temples and shrines along the banks bathed in a golden hue soul stirring hymns and mantras along with the fragrance of incense filling the air. In this intoxicating ‘city of widows’, where funeral pyres smoulder beside the river in which thousands of pilgrims bathe, and, you discovers a remarkable interplay between death and life, light and dark. read more

About Varanasi

Kashi, Banaras, Maha Shamshan, Anandvan, or Varanasi is a bustling city situated in the Uttar Pradesh state of India. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and also one of the holiest cities for Hindus. Varanasi is famous for its temples, 84 ghats, labyrinthine streets, street food, and culture. It has been a hub of religious tourism since ancient times. It is home to one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple & is considered as holiest city in the ancient text of Hinduism.

Modern day Varanasi is unique blend of smart city and heritage. It’s one of the only places in the world where you can see the unique blend of modern & ancient practices. Banarasis, the local residents of Banaras take immense pride in preserving their ancient culture & heritage.

At Varanasi Guru we utilise the same approach by using modern technology to preserve the ancient history of Varanasi.