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A short, sweet and simple trip to Banaras, the city of light can refresh
your soul.recently me and my family visited banaras for a small holiday.
We booked an online cab there to travel around the city.
Banaras is the most visited pilgrimage destination in all of India. One of
the
seven Holy
Cities, one
of the
twelve
Jyotir Linga
sites and
also a
Shakti Pitha
site, it is the
most
favored
place for
Hindus to
die and be
cremated.
Myths and hymns speak of the waters of the Ganges River as the fluid
medium of Shiva's divine essence and a bath in the river is believed to
wash away all of one's sins. The particular river-side location of Banaras
is considered especially potent because, in less than six miles (ten
kilometers), the Ganges is met by two other rivers, the Asi and the
Varana. Commenting of this specific location of Banaras along the river
Ganges, the Hindu scripture Tristhalisetu explains that
Here is a list of some of the best things to do
inVaranasi/Banaras :
Rowing boat rides during the dawn is perhaps one of the best things to do in Varanasi. The ride
along Ganges River offers the quintessential Varanasi experience. It takes one through different
Ghats and former palaces situated close to the banks of Ganges, giving a panoramic view of this
River and the region.
The best time to enjoy boat ride of the Ganges River is from 5:30 AM to 8 AM. This is when the
colour and clamour of the place will enthral you. Travellers will be surprised to see that the city is
awake and cheery
even during 5 in
the morning.
Morningexperienc
e of the boat ride
will leave an
indelible imprint
on your heart,
especially
because you will
get to see the faith
that people have
in River Ganges.
During the ride,
dont be surprised
to see Sadhus
and pilgrims
bathing and
performing
prayers in front of
you. This entire ride will unfold the religious significance of Varanasi and why River Ganges is
revered all over the world.
Mostly, an hour long boat ride is ideal to give the traveller a taste of what this city has to offer. It
usually starts from Dasawamedh Ghat, goes to the Harishchandra Ghat and then back. In the
evening, you can see how women from all over the world light lotus flower candles and set it adrift in
water. You can also opt for Ganges Aarti ceremony at the Dasawamedh Ghat. Travellers can access
boats from Manmandir area.
Visit at least an hour before the Aarti if you want to gather the experience at its best. At this time, you
can witness how five elevated planks are placed at the edge of the steps of the Ghats and brass
lamps are cleaned and readied for the occasion.
It is also interesting to watch how priests don identical dhotis and kurta for prayer and Aarti
ceremony. Those who wish to click pictures from their cameras should visit the Ghats in evening
boats, as this will allow one to easily capture everything in attention.
These brass lamps are quite heavy, almost four and half kilograms in weight. Therefore, make sure
you carry one only if you are able to hold it in the crowds. As soon as they are lit, spectacular images
are formed. The night sky shines with radiance of these lamps while incense sticks will fill the
atmosphere with aroma of different types. The Aarti ceremony is performed every night and a 45
minute ritual is held for the same. The usual time it is 6: 45 in the evening.