Varanasi Tourism

Welcome at "THE HOLY CITY VARANASI". Varanasi, or Banaras, (also known as Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi`s Prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrivalled. Mark Twain, the English author and literateur, who was enthralled by the legend and sanctity of Banaras, 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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VARANASI SHOPPER'S PARADISE

Varanasi has, since times immemorial, been hailed as a premier centre for some of the finest handicrafts. The most renowned craft of the city is its silk weaving.

"Banarsi Sarees" produced by local craftsmen are among the most preferred, not only in India but across the world. Brassware, copperware, ivory ware, glass bangles, wood and clay toys and exquisite gold jewelry are some of the other crafts the city is famous for.

Bhadohi carpets and musical instruments are among the other shopping attractions.

Main Shopping Centres
The Chowk,
Vishwanath Gali,
Gyanvapi,
Thatheri Bazar,
Lahurabir,
Godoulia,
Dashaswamedh and
Golghar.

Varanasi is also famous for its mango fruit - Langda Aam (Summers) and delicious sweets.

Souvenier Shops
The city has a number of Souvenir shops approved by the Government.

OTHER EMPORIA
UPICA, Nadesar *
U.P.Handlooms, Lahurabir & Nichibagh ·
Tantuj- Bengal Emporium, Dasaswamedh Road ·
Handloom House, Sigra

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