Varanasi

Varanasi, also known as Kashi, is a sacred city for Hindus, believed to be founded by Lord Shiva himself. The city is situated on the banks of the holy Ganges River, which is said to have the power to wash away sins and grant liberation from the cycle of birth and death. Varanasi is home to countless temples, including the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is a site of pilgrimage for millions of Hindus who come to bathe in the Ganges, perform rituals, and seek spiritual enlightenment.