is considered to be the holy city of India. The ineffable river that flows across this city is credulous of cleansing the soles of humans and a way to absolution from the Hindu cycle of rebirths. People come here and wish to die on the holy land so that their souls are purified and their remains are washed away in the holy river.



Talking about the extraordinary illumination around the ghats of Varanasi will leave one speechless. The long chains of bathing and burning ghats, which line the riverbanks of Varanasi is the greatest attraction. The ghats of Dasaswamedh, Assi, Manikarnika Panch Ganga and Tulsi are known for their religious connotations. With more than 80 ghats empurpled in this city, each one is special its it own way. The vision of the effervescent Ganga from these banks is hypnotic. Watching sunrise as well as sunset from these ghats is a shutterbugs delight.

In spite of its begrimed conditions, it lures thousands of Hindu pilgrims all over the world every year. These ghats are a perfect way to enjoy the evenings. Gleaming with the 'diya' lights, these water near banks on the are flooded with illuminated candles and flowers. These look very attractive during the evenings after the sun goes down. There are rituals for all occasion, be it the birth, marriage, festivals or even death. Some ghats are dedicated to deities while are some are merely for bathing purpose.

Besides the religious fervor there are excellent options for boating on some of these ghats. The number of religious activities that takes place on these ghats are mystic. Everyday on these banks there is ambiance of a festival but as a matter of fact these activities are diurnal. There are people who will be standing with their hands joined together in a Namaskara, just offering their devotion. If one is at leisure then one can merely sit on the banks of these ghats and enjoy the 'aarti', or observe the life of the 'Sadhus' or priests that live around these ghats is a great experience.