Varanasi:
– Varanasi, also known as Kashi, is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world and a major pilgrimage site for Hindus.
– Known for its sacred ghats (steps leading down to the river) along the Ganges River, where spiritual rituals and ceremonies take place.
– Home to the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, a significant pilgrimage site.
– Sarnath, located near Varanasi, is where Buddha delivered his first sermon, and it houses several important Buddhist
sites including stupas and temples.
Prayagraj:
– Formerly known as Allahabad, Prayagraj is where the Ganges, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers converge, known as Triveni Sangam.
– Triveni Sangam is considered a sacred confluence, and taking a dip here is believed to cleans
e one of sins.
– The city also boasts historical sites like Allahabad Fort, Bada Hanuman Temple, and Anand Bhavan, the ancestral home of the Nehru family.
Gaya:
– Gaya is a city in Bihar known for its significance in Hindu mythology and as a major pilgrimage site for Hindus.
– It is home to the Vishnupada Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu, where rituals like Pinda Pradaan are performed for ancestors.
– Gaya is also associated with the Mangalayi Gauri Shaktipeeth, one of the Ashtadash Shaktipeeths, where the divine feminine energy is worshipped.
– Bodh Gaya, a nearby town, is where Lord Buddha attained enlightenment under the Bodhi Tree. It is a prominent Buddhist pilgrimage site with temples and monasteries from various countries like Japan, Thailand, Tibet, and Bhutan.
These destinations offer a blend of spirituality, history, and culture, making the tour a comprehensive journey through some of India’s most revered and historically significant places.
