The Ghats at Varanasi are considered holy and it is believed that if one takes a dip in the waters, one is free from all his sins. Those who seek salvation crowd this place, along with tourists ...

The sadhu akharas at the Kumbh Mela are more than spiritual sanctuaries. These camps, led by ascetic monks, have become ...

Average duration required for Holy dip at Panchganga Ghat Visit Duration: 1 hour Varanasi is a renowned centre for silk weaving and brassware. Fine silks, brocades, exquisite saris,… Varanasi is ...

PTI photo Over 1.60 crore devotees took the holy dip, or Shahi Snan, at the Sangam in Allahabad between ... during medieval times and gradually evolved into communities of martial monks to protect the ...