Ratneshwar Mahadev – The Leaning Temple of Kashi
Ratneshwar Mahadev or the leaning temple of Varanasi is one of the only 2 leaning temples in the world. Ratneshwar Mahadev which is also known by the name Matr Rin is often confused as Kashi Karvat temple by locals.
Picture by Ansh…
Prahlad Ghat – Divided it Stands
Prahlad Ghat is named upon a mythological devotee of the Lord Vishnu. It is also believed that god Narsingha killed the Hirenkashyap near this ghat. Prahlad Ghat is among one of the oldest ghats of Varanasi and has mentions in Gahadavala…
Nishad Raj Ghat – Abode of Fishermen
Nishad Raj ghat is located between Prahlad Ghat and Rani Ghat. It is a small ghat with no religious significance. Nishad is a Hindu caste which refers to the communities which indulge in river centric occupations like boating and…
Panchkroshi Yatra – Ancient Sacred Circle of Varanasi
Ever wondered the significance of a marble plate outside the majority of the temple in Varanasi showing the order of that particular temple?
Let’s decode this and understand the pilgrimage routs of Varanasi especially “The…
Manikarnika Ghat – The Burning Ghat of Varanasi
I am Vishwanatha, the Lord.
Kashi is the Light of Liberation.
The waves of the River of Heaven are the wine of immortality.
What can these three not provide?
The above lines are from Kashi Khanda, one of the parts of the ancient Skanda…
Walk All the Ghats of Varanasi From Comfort of Your Home!
This amazing video takes you on an untouched journey from Assi Ghat to Raj Ghat of Varanasi. The video itself was shot in winters of 2018 before any kind of demolition or construction was done by the government for the further development…
10 Things To Do in Varanasi (Morning)
There is something very special about the mornings of Varanasi that attract millions of tourists every year. The mystical morning which goes by the name of "Subah-e-Banaras" or simply "A Morning in Varanasi" is something one should…
15 Old and Rare Pictures of Varanasi
Varanasi is a spiritual capital for those who seek peace and a mecca for those who seek frames. Varanasi has always been a favorite city of photographers due to its amazing architecture and culture.
Let's take a walk down the memory…
Mohit Khetrapal – One Street, One Frame At a Time
A city that is often called the paradise for the photographers happens to be a dream come true when one really gets to visit it and a blessing if you are privileged enough to call it home. One of such privileged photographers is Mohit…
Dev Diwali 2021 – 6 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Miss It!
Dev Diwali is one of the most celebrated festivals in Varanasi. It is celebrated on Kartik Poornima, 15 days after Diwali - the festival of lights. This year Dev Diwali will be celebrated on Thursday, 18 November 2021.
On Dev Diwali the…