VARANASI
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The Sanctuary of Sarnath
I visited Sarnath twice while in the Varanasi region, once with Karola when she was still in town and the second time when I just had to get out of Varanasi. I had been staying at The Tandon Lodge overlooking the Ganges for eight days running, and the cramped quarters, coupled with the dirty streets…
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Mahashivratri
Mahashivratri signifies spiritual awakening and the triumph of light over darkness, when the northern hemisphere is positioned in a way that causes a natural, intense surge of energy in the human system, assisting in spiritual growth. This night of Shiva commemorates the union of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati and is marked by all-night vigils,…
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Varanasi: City of Light
Varanasi forever bends its folded hands to Mother Ganga, grateful for the enlightenment that guides seeking souls along her narrow streets. Also known as Kashi — derived from the Sanskrit Kash (“to shine”) — this City of Lights remains in a perpetual state of enlightenment along its steep ghats, in its temples, and glowing on the faces…
Divine Warrior 