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Varanasi (from Varuna river and Assi river hence the name Varanasi), also known as Benares, Banaras, or Kashi, is a North Indian city on the banks of the Ganges in Uttar Pradesh, India, 320 kilometres (200 mi) south-east of the state capital, Lucknow, and 121 kilometres (75 mi) east of Allahabad. The spiritual capital of India, it is the holiest of the seven sacred cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism and Jainism, and played an important role in the development of Buddhism

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We spent six days in August 2018 at Brijrama Palace, a heritage hotel in Varanasi, and loved every moment of it. With me were my elderly parents. I am an experienced traveler. Thus, this review and its tone of effusive affection come from the heart, a rare level of endorsement that I don't give out that easily. Upon arrival, we were greeted warmly by the hotel's airport team. And from then on, the entire team showered upon us continuous personalized attention, utmost hospitality, and…

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a man walking down an alley way with a painting on the wall in the middle

Step into the ancient heart of Varanasi, where every turn down a narrow alley reveals a painted shrine, a hidden ritual, or a whispered prayer. “Narrow Alleys and Painted Shrines: The Varanasi Labyrinth” captures the mystery and reverence of India’s oldest living city. A must-save for cultural explorers, spiritual travellers, and lovers of old-world charm. #VaranasiDiaries #SacredIndia #CulturalTravel #SpiritualJourney #HiddenIndia #TheBestWorldTravels

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an ornate wooden door with intricate carvings on the front and side walls, in india

Kasiraj Kali Temple is the property of the erstwhile King of Kasi. As one enters the gate of the compound from the street, walks a few steps forward and turns left, the eyes are greet…

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