Visit to the Eternal KASI

 The eternal city of, KASI is a microcosm of all that makes India. Abode of the God Shiva, the holiest in Hinduism. "Older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend and looks twice as old as all of them put together". Mark Twain

A city that has seen the world turn, tides change and generations of humans born and die. Varanasi or Kashi, which has been standing the tests of time for over 5,000 years is said to be one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. What draws millions of pilgrims from all over the world to the city of Varanasi is the fact that it is one of the holiest of the seven sacred cities in Hinduism.

Called the spiritual capital of India, this magnificent city of learning radiates endless energy. Despite being witness to ancient civilizations come and go over centuries, Varanasi is still alive, unabashedly colourful, vibrant, and wonderfully rich in history and legends.Varanasi was the original hub of art, culture, spirituality and music. Many prominent Indian saints, philosophers, poets, writers, and musicians live or have lived in Varanasi. It is also home to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, one of the most important places of worship in the country, holding great significance in the spiritual history of India.

Near Varanasi is the 1500-year-old temple marking the spot of the legendary Bodhi tree, under which Buddha meditated and attained enlightenment. Buddha delivered his first sermon at Sarnath, near Varanasi, thereby giving birth to Buddhism.

Why do think it all happened here? If an artist came here, he would become the best artist, if it's a yogi, he also turned into the best. KASI was built in such a way that it is a tantric body, radiating  great energies that was simply experienced and consumed by men for their enlightenment , that people even came here to spend their last days and die here.
People who came here, got attracted to the city, like iron to magnet and settled here. People come from distant places to burn the bodies of their loved ones who are no more, so that they can get moksha. There is story behind these Ghats too.
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Uralathu prakashan with a Naga baba