Varanasi is one of the most famous tourist destinations and Hindu pilgrimage centers of India that is situated in Uttar Pradesh on the bank of River Ganga. Varanasi is one of the oldest cities of the world which is called the religious capital of India. Every pious Hindu hopes to visit the city in a lifetime, take a holy plunge in the ?Ghats? of the Ganga.Popularly known as BHU, is an internationally reputed University that has developed into one of the supreme centers of learning in India.

Banaras Hindu University is regarded as the largest residential university in Asia. It was founded by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya in 1916.Annie Besant played an important role in the formation of . This University has produced several Nation builders and great freedom fighters. It played an important role in the Indian independence movement. Presently, This University has developed into one of the greatest centers of learning in India. The structure of this University has a high rank amongst the Monuments in Varanasi.

Presently, Professor Panjab Singh is vice chancellor of Banaras Hindu University.It is the largest university in Asia having 3 institutes, 4 inter disciplinary centres, 124 departments and 6 centers of advanced studies. Several of its colleges, including Engineering, Agriculture, Law, Science and Medicine are ranked amongst the best in India. Faculty of science in BHU is one of the best faculties in Asian countries. Banaras Hindu University draws the attention of students from all parts of India.