Varanasi, one of the most holy cities in the Eastern hemisphere, is a city rich with culture, history, tradition, and intrigue. Home to the Mother Ganges, quite possibly the holiest river in the world, most of the cities life revolves around the happenings on the banks of the water. Ghats, which are essentially stair-lined platforms which plunge in to the warm running waters, line the river's edge as far the eye can see. Used for bathing, washing of clothes and yoga, right as the sun breaks the dawn of day, the activity only begins at this time. You will find markets, festivals, performances, fishing, and also the ritualistic cremations along the ghats throughout any given day. A quintessential part of any visit while in Northern India.
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