Varanasi, the city of spiritual awakening, has long been a sanctuary for seekers of higher truths and mystical knowledge. Set inside another seemingly infinite chain of sacred shrines studded on its ancient landscape is Kinaram Ashram, a unique centre of spiritual learning and devotion. Dedicated to Baba Kinaram, the legendary saint and founder of the […]Read More
Each of the thousands of temples in Varanasi, the spiritual capital of India, is endowed with its significance and charm. The temple of Sankata Devi, one of the most revered shrines of the Goddess Sankata Devi, occupies a humble spot amongst a web of winding lanes and sacred ghats. Known as the goddess who dispels […]Read More
Varanasi, Lord Shiva’s timeless city, is esteemed as one of the holiest places for the Hindus. Among the innumerable ghats alongside the blessed Ganges River, none bears greater spiritual significance than that of Manikarnika. Not just a site of devotion, but there exists a space that blurs the line between life and death, with attitudes […]Read More
Varanasi, the sacred city generates an atmosphere that mingles with spirituality and devotion; the Annapurna Temple depicts compassion and nourishment coming from above. The temple was built in reverence to Goddess Annapurna, the deity of food and nourishment. It assumes a prime position in Hindu worship and cultural tradition. Situated near the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, […]Read More
In the religious heart of Varanasi, the city is considered the eternal sanctuary of Lord Shiva. There stands one of the most strange and powerful deities of Shiva, the Kaal Bhairav Temple. Kaal Bhairav is conventionally considered the Kotwal or guardian deity of Varanasi. This deity is protector and, at times, disciplinarian, embodying both time […]Read More
As one of the many labyrinths of spirituality and history where Varanasi stands, Chandrakoop Well is the only one of its kind. It is located within the premises of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple complex. An ancient well, it finds a unique place in Hindu religious traditions. Chandrakoop Well is believed to be steeped in cosmic […]Read More
Acting as a quintessential representative of India’s spiritual legacy, Varanasi, also referred to as Kashi or Banaras by the local populace, belongs to the world’s oldest cities measured in terms of continuous habitation. After thousands of years of religious, cultural, and philosophical evolution, it is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities. Most importantly, the […]Read More
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi of Uttar Pradesh in India is one of the most respected temples in Hinduism. The temple stands for Lord Shiva and enjoys recognition as a landmark where spiritual enlightenment and religious devotion merge. Kashi Vishwanath, also known as the Golden Temple of Varanasi for its gilded spires, is a […]Read More
Located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, Mahamrityunjay Temple happens to be among the holiest shrines of Lord Shiva, the destroyer and transformer in Hinduism. Named after the mighty Mahamrityunjay Mantra-a Vedic chant believed to conquer death and bring forth healing- the temple is a sacred space for devotees seeking spiritual solace and liberation coupled with protection […]Read More
Located in the spiritual hub of Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, the Bindu Madhav Temple is a less-known yet important shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu. It stands along the banks of Ganga near Panchganga Ghat, the temple is one of the most significant in terms of historical, cultural, and religious relevance. The Bindu Madhav Temple was once […]Read More