Subah-E-Banaras

Subah-E-Banaras (Morning of Varanasi) and Shaam-E-Awadh (Evening of Lucknow) are supposed to be two of the best attractive scene of the world. If you want to see the beauty of the morning no place other than Varanasi will please you. The Sun appears in the sky in crimson color and the devotees take dips in the Ganges River with the reverberation Har Har Gange. One to all the temples sends out the different types of mantras and sound of the bell. Even large number of foreigners also come on the ghat and enjoys the rising sun. The devotees, after bathing in the Ganga River, are seem under the wooden umbrella of pandas for roli, chandan and rakshasutra (a components of worship). This is the seen of Subah-E-Banaras. This seen is rare in the world. Perhaps this is the reason, even the foreigners are seen on the ghat capturing the scene.

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Best Hotels in Varanasi

One of the oldest cities of the world Varanasi or Banaras finds mention in the Buddhist scriptures as well the epic of Mahabharata. Located on holiest river of India--Ganga

This ancient city of India attracts millions of tourists and pilgrims from across the world throughout the year. For every visitor the city of Varanasi has something to offer. Varanasi has been the center of education, art, religion and culture from time immemorial. The refreshing dip in the Ganges, Chanting of Mantras, the fragrance of incense give a whole new experience for the visitor. Apart from having many temples, ghats and Ganges the old city has produced many experts of art, music, literature and crafts. The city excels in the art of silk weaving. The Banarasi silk sarees and brocades are cherished as collector's items across the world.

Mark Twain, the English author and literateur once wrote: "Banaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together".

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Most attraction

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Located in the premises of the Banaras Hindu University and is about thirty minutes walk from the gates of the university Kashi Vishwanath Temple was built by the Birlas, and planned by Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya. The temple is open for all irrespective of cast and creed.

Ghats

There are about hundred ghats in the city and each of them is marked by a lingam and occupies its own special place in the religious geography of the city. The long string of ghats and the stone steps along the western bank of the Ganges forms the major attraction of Varanasi. The ghats remain thronged with early-morning bathers, Brahmin priests offering puja and people practicing meditation and yoga. During a ritual called the Panchatirthi Yatra the pilgrims take bathe at five special ghats in a sequence.

Alamgir Mosque

The Alamgir Mosque is a blend of the Hindu and Mughal styles of the architecture also known as Beni Madhav Ka Darera,. The mosque was built by Aurangzeb on the site of the Vishnu Temple.

Durga Temple

2 kilometers south of the old city, this temple is also known as the Monkey Temple due to many aggressive monkeys that reside here. Here Durga is represented as the embodiment of shakti or female power, clad in red and riding a tiger and fully armed with Shiva's trident, Vishnu's discus and a sword. The temple was built in a common north Indian style with an ornate shikhara, consisting of five segments symbolizing the elements and supported by finely carved columns.

Bharat Mata Temple

This temple of Bharat Mata was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi. Lies about 3 kilometers west of Godaulia, outside the old city here instead of gods and goddesses, one finds a huge relief map in marble of the whole of Indian subcontinent and Tibetan plateau.

Tulsi Manas Temple

Tulsi Manas Temple stands about 150 m south of Durga Temple was built in 1964. The temple, dedicated to Lord Rama is situated at the place where Tulsidas, the great medieval seer, is believed to have lived and written the great epic "Shri Ramcharitmanas".

Banaras Hindu University

The Banaras Hindu University was built in 1917 is one of the oldest educational centers in India. The university was founded by Pandit Madan Mohan Malviya as a centre for the study of Indian art, culture, music and Sanskrit. The university campus is spread over five square kilometres and houses the Bharat Kala Bhavan.

Archaeological Museum

Located in Sarnath at about 10 km from Varanasi, the Archaeological Museum houses the figures and the sculptures from the Mauryan, Kushana and Gupta periods discovered during the excavations at Sarnath.
You can have a look at the earliest Buddha image found at Sarnath and many images of Hindu Gods dating from the 9th to 12th centuries.

How to get there:-

By Air: Many flights connect Varanasi with cities including Delhi, Lucknow, Jaipur, Khajuraho, Calcutta, Bombay, Bhubaneswar and Katmandu. The airport at Babatpur is about 22 km away from the city.

By Rail: Varanasi is big rail junction. The city is linked by trains with many major cities across the country - New Delhi (760 Kms), Mumbai (1509 Kms), Calcutta (735 Kms), Madras (1970 Kms), Lucknow (286 Kms), Allahabad, Patna, Jaipur, Gorakhpur and Khajuraho. Most Delhi to Calcutta trains pass through Mughal Sarai, 18 km south of Varanasi.

By Road: Varanasi is very well connected by a network of roads and road transport to all major towns of Uttar Pradesh and surrounding areas. There are buses running from Varanasi to Jaunpur, Allahabad, Lucknow, Faizabad, and Gorakhpur. Varanasi is connected with Calcutta (677 Kms.), Delhi (765 Kms.), Madras (1901 Kms.), Bangalore (1763 Kms.)

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Hotels in Varanasi

1.The Gateway Hotel Ganges

Map:Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi 221002

The hotel is set amidst 40 acres of lush green gardens, just 21 kms (45 mins drive) from the airport, The Gateway Hotel, Ganges is the veritable haven of peace ...

Hotel info:- Rs. 3,669  Nadesar Palace


2.Hotel City Inn

Map: S 21/116, PARADE KOTHI, OPP. CANTT RLY. STATION, Varanasi

Large well appointed rooms; Elegance, high competence service in comfort style. Hotel City Inn is yours Luxurious Oasis away from your home close to family, as our friendly and well ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 3,125    Cantt  
                             

3.Hotel Cresent Villa

Map:126-A, Lane No .6, Ravindrapuri Colony , Bhelupur, Varanasi 221005

Cresent Villa is a modern, state of the art Luxury Hotel in Varanasi, conveniently located near the Ghats of Holy Ganges. A delicate blend of cultural ambience with state of the ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 3,761  
                      

4.Hotel Divya

Map:B.1/101, A-B ASSI, VARANASI, INDIA, Varanasi

The Divya Hotel, located in Varanasi(U.P.) is a premium hotel in India. The hotels have achieved global standards of product quality and service excellence. A destination of choice for corporate ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,088    Assighat
                     

5.Hotel Hindusthan International (The HHI)

Map: C-21,3, Varanasi 221001

Hotel Hindusthan International is located in Maldahiya, the center of "old" Varanasi and thus it is located away from the crowds, ghats and activity symbolizing "modern" Varanasi. The hotel has 98 ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 3,239    Maldahiya
   

6.Hotel Ideal Tower

Map:The Mall Road, Cantonment, Varanasi 221002

Hotel Ideal Tower is located very near Varanasi's Dashaswamedh Ghat, a ghat that is renowned as one of the oldest in the holy town of Varanasi. The hotel has 58 ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 2,585    Cantonment
   


7.Hotel Meraden Grand

Map: 57, Patel Nagar,Cantonment, Varanasi 221002

Hotel Meraden Grand is located near the Asi Ghat of Varanasi. One can get punaya of all the religious places simply by taking a dip at Asi Ghat. The hotel ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 2,250    Patel Nagar
   

8.Hotel MM Continental

Map:The Mall , Cantt, Varanasi -2, Varanasi 221002
M.M. Continental offers all the facilities so you enjoy your visit to Varanasi, the city of ghats. Their 28 rooms are available in Deluxe and Standard styles and all rooms ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,265  The Mall
   

9.Hotel New Temples Town

Map:53,Patel Nagar,Cantonment, Varanasi 221002
Hotel New Temples Town is a combination of tranquility and calmness with scenic environs. It is away from the city and is located 1.5 km from Varanasi. Guests are encouraged ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 2,285 Patel Nagar
   


10.Hotel Ok International

Map: D-47/188, D-47/188 A Ramapura, Luxa, Varanasi 221001
Hotel Ok International is a luxurious hotel offering excellent hospitality with high quality star services. It is located at Varanasi which is famous for its ghats and pilgrimage activities. Hotel ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,300    Godowlia
   

11.Hotel Sarin Inn

Map:14, Mehmoorganj Road, Sigra, varanasi- 10, Varanasi 221010
Hotel Sarin Inn is located near Hotel Raddision in the cantonment area in Varanasi. The closest airport is Babatpur which is 20 kms away and railway station as well as ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,445 Sigra
   

12.Hotel Siddharth

Map: D58/9A Sigra , Near Kuber Complex, Varanasi 221 010
Hotel Siddharth welcomes religion and incomparable hospitality with its luxurious services. It is located at the holy city of Varanasi. Hotel Siddharth is near the Dashaswamedh Ghat, one of ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,687    Sigra
   

13.Hotel Surya

Map: S. 20/51- A-5, The Mall Road, Varuna Bridge, Varanasi 221022
Hotel Surya is the ultimate luxurious hotel offering serenity and lush green views. It is located at the center of Varanasi. Hotel Surya is near the Dashaswamedh Ghat, one of ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 2,424
          

14.Hotel Vaibhav

Map: 56, Patel Nagar, Cantonment, Varanasi 221002

Hotel Vaibhav is located very near the revered Dasaswamedha ghat in Varanasi. This ghat is one of the oldest ones in this holy town, but it is still as unspoiled ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,636 Patel Nagar
   

15.Hotel Varuna

Map:22 Gulab Bagh, Sigra, Varanasi 221002

Hotel Varuna Varanasi is a budget hotel conveniently located in the heart of the city, at a distance of a km from the Cantonment Railway Station. The hotel's contemporary architecture, ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,320
          

16.Hotel Zeeras

Map: The Mall,Cantonment, Varanasi 221002

Hotel Zeeras is situated very near the Dashaswamedh Ghat and Marnikanika Ghat in Varanasi. These ghats are among the oldest and most holy in this centuries old town. The hotel offers ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 2,185    Cantonment
   

17.New Hotel Broadway, Varanasi

Map:Near Vijaya Cinema Crossing. Bhelupur, Varanasi

New Hotel Broadway is owned individually and operated independently by Hotel Management. We are dedicated to serve the best to our guests & to make them feel of immense pleasure.Our ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 960
          

18.Palace on Steps

Map: D - 21/11, Rana Mahal Ghat, Varanasi 221 001

The Palace on Steps Hotel is located right on the banks of the river Ganga very near the Dashaswamedh Ghat. This ghat is known as one of the holiest in ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,468          


19.Pallavi International Hotel

Map: Hathwa Place Chetganj, Varanasi 221010

Pallavi International is a heritage hotel located at Chetganj. It is about 20 kilometers from the airport and a kilometer from the railway station and bus stand. The Ganga Ghats ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 2,176    Chetganj
   

20.Radiant YMCA Tourist Hostel, Varanasi

Map: 28 A, Sampoornanand Nagar, Sigra, Varanasi, Varanasi

YMCA is not unknown but needs to explored by you in this oldest living city. It is open to all, even to non-members. It is in the Heart of Varanasi.It ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,394    Sigra  


21.Ramada Plaza JHV

Map: The Mall, Varanasi 221002

Hotel Ramada Plaza JHV is located at Varanasi's busy Mall Road and is is located on the banks of River Varuna. Many pilgrims and tourists come to pay their respects ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 3,823  Cantonment
   

22.Sarin Inn - The Boutique Hotel

Map: 20/51 Nepali Kothi near Hotel Raddision,SigraCantonment, Varanasi

Hotel Sarin Inn is located very near the Harishchandra Ghat and Hanuman Ghat in Varanasi. The former is one of only two holy cremation grounds in Varanasi while the latter ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 1,672  Cantonment  


23.Taj Nadesar Palace

Map:Nadesar Palace Grounds, Varanasi 221002

Situated in one of the oldest living cities of the world, on the banks of the river Ganges, Nadesar Palace has hosted royalty, statesmen and celebrities since 1835. The name ...

Hotel info:-Rs. 16,677    Nadesar Palace

                       

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