A Place for Life and Death
Oct 05, 2018
3 minutes
Text: Prakhar Tripathi and Rachel Kwek
Photos: Prakhar Tripathi
Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, Varanasi has been known in various eras as Avimukta, Benaras and Kashi — meaning ‘where the supreme light shines’. Often referred to as the holy city of India, it is the holiest of seven sacred cities (sapta puri) in Hinduism and Jainism for the important role it plays in the development of Buddhism and Ravidassia, a religion founded on Sikhism. For ages, Varanasi has been the ultimate pilgrimage spot for Hindus. Hindus believe that it is an honour to
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