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Varanasi, or Benaras, (also known as Kashi)

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Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along the city's winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Dashashwamedh ghat 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. Mark Twain, the English author and literature, who was enthralled by the legend and sanctity of Benaras, once wrote: “Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together” Varanasi Junction, popularly known as Varanasi Cantt Railway Station According to legend, Varanasi was founded by the god Shiva. There happened a fight between the two sup

DEEPWALI festival of light

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DEEPWALI Diwali or Deepawali is the Hindu festival of lights celebrated every year in autumn in the northern hemisphere.  Deepawali  , is a festival of lights symbolising the victory of righteousness and the lifting of spiritual darkness. The word ' Deepawali ' literally means rows of diyas (clay lamps). This is one of the most popular festivals in the Hindu calendar. It is celebrated on the 15 th  day of Kartika (October/November). This year  Deepawali is on 30th october. The most beautiful of all Indian festivals, Diwali is a celebration of lights. Streets are illuminated with rows of clay lamps and homes are decorated with colours and candles. This festival is celebrated with new clothes, spectacular firecrackers and a variety of sweets in the company of family and friends. All this illumination and fireworks, joy and festivity, signify the victory of divine forces over those of wicked. The Goddess Lakshmi (consort of Vishnu), who is the symbol of we

INCEREDIBLE INDIA TRAVEL TIPS AND VIDEO

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India is a beautiful and bamboozling place, an endlessly fascinating country that is often challenging and always surprising. Stretched between the golden beaches of the Indian Ocean and the snow-capped peaks of the Himalayan mountains lies an incredible tapestry of natural and man-made wonders – astounding temples, mystical monasteries, frenetic cities, pristine national parks, lavish palaces, lost kingdoms, mesmerising markets and some of the world’s most iconic monuments. Visiting India is an assault on the senses. Sights, sounds, smells and sensations are all experienced at maximum intensity. On day one, it can feel intimidating, but by the end of the first week, the noise and chaos will seem like an ordinary part of life. The sensory stimulation becomes strangely addictive. India is one of the world's great melting pots, where an incredible diversity of cultures, religions and ethnicities live in surprising harmony. Presided over by an extraordinary array of gods and deities,

Nazar battu dalbeer and satbeer dance in Delhi metro

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Dance in Delhi Metro

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NAVRATRI AND DUSSEHRA | KOLKATA |

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The Durga Puja Festival of Kolkata DURGA PUJA, KOLKATA Navratri has begun and the whole nation looks beautiful in all those bright lights and decoration. Durga Pandals, Navratri venues, food stalls and fairs; you will see these in every nook and corner of most part of the country. Dussehra being just few days away, India is all prepared to celebrate Dussehra that falls on the 11th of this month this year. Dussehra also popularly known as Vijayadashami is one of the largest and the most celebrated festivals of India. Dussehra is celebrated after the nine days of dancing and fun of Navratri. The word Dussehra was derived from the Sanskrit word Dasha-Hara which also means Ravana’s defeat. Dussehra is celebrated to honor the victory of good over evil and there are many stories that symbolize the significance of Dussehra. However, among all the stories the most popular ones are Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura and also Ram’s victory over Ravan. According to mythology, it

GURUDWARA BANGLA SAHIB | NEW DELHI

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GURUDWARA BANGLA SAHIB Bangla Sahib Gurudwara is an idyllic consummation of rich Sikh values and traditions, with an inspiration for brotherhood, spirituality and a better future.  Experience divine bliss and religious revival atone of one of the most prominent Sikh Gurudwara, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara in New Delhi. The religious epicentre attracts devotees from around the globe to experience tranquillity and closure to a contented lifestyle. The Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was originally a lavish bungalow of Raja Jai Singh, and was named as Jaisinghpura Palace. Later on, Bangla Sahib Gurudwara came into existence in the year 1783 as a representation of benignant of the eighth Sikh guru, Guru Har Kishan Sahib Ji who served the poor and downtrodden during en epidemic in the year 1664. The Gurudwara Bangla Sahib is established in honor of Guru Har Kishan Sahib. The mesmerizing beauty of the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, nestled along a glimmering pond, is a spectacle to behold. It is exquisit