Attractions of Varanasi and Khajuraho

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Khajuraho Attractions: a world heritage site famous for its temples dedicated to Lord Shiva, Vishnu and Jain patriarchs. Khajuraho houses the largest group of Hindu and Jain temples, famous for their erotic sculpture. There are 25 surviving temples. In every temple, there is the depiction of royalty, armies, wrestling, kinship, war, courtship, marriage, lovemaking, music and dancing, spiritual teachings, union, meditation, bliss, gods, goddesses, plants, animals and an abundance of all human forms. The Khajuraho group of monuments has been listed as a World Heritage Site, and is considered to be one of the “seven wonders” of India.

Varanasi Attractions: The city of Varanasi which is also 8kms away from Khajuraho, the land where experience and discovery reach the ultimate bliss. To every visitor; Varanasi offers a breathtaking experience. The rays of the dawn shimmering across the the high-banks of Ganges offers temples and shrines along the banks bathed in a golden hue, soul stirring hymns and mantras along with the fragrance of incense filling the air and the refreshing dip in the holy waters gently splashing at the Ghats.

Golden triangle Varanasi tour will take you on a journey where you will be rejuvenated spiritually. Varanasi, also known as Kashi and Benaras, is the cultural capital of India. It is one of the oldest living cities in the world, with a continuous history dating back 3,000 to 5,000 years. Today, it retains much of the allure of the ancient world. The present name Varanasi has its origin in the two tributaries of the Ganges – Varuna and Asi. This city is also home to the famous Sarnath – a hidden Buddhist city Gautama Buddha first taught the Dharma.