This name is said to come from the ancient word Baran which meant to 'describe,' while the city itself was once described as ...

Varanasi is not just one of the oldest living cities in the world it's also full of myths and mysteries. From holy rivers to ghostly tales, the local culture is rich with stories that shape the life ...

Enjoying a ride on elevated roads, moving on rope ways or saving time by using underground/elevated light rail transit system will be possible in this millennia-old heritage city. VARANASI ...

Gorakhpur: Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has approved construction of seven grand gateways at the city's borders that will ...

During his address, the President repeatedly praised the hectic development work being undertaken in Varanasi, including various projects under Heritage City Development and Augmentation Yojna ...

Not much has happened in this case too, and the protection of heritage precincts remains largely on paper. The biggest disappointment came from the failure to list the old city of Varanasi in ...

Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh ... A year in which the city has changed its face. Our heritage is being destroyed,” said journalist Suresh P Singh, as he pointed to a finely carved, marble palace ...

"Many films are shot in Varanasi. An organised film city can ... access by walkways and improved lighting that can make the city’s heritage structures more attractive. Plans for citizens A ...

Yet, chefs from around the world are starting to draw inspiration from its culinary heritage ... the city. Even Indian celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor has written about his fondness for Varanasi ...

Planning where to go this weekend? Head straight to JW Marriott Kolkata and get transported to the ghats and lanes of Varanasi with their Varanasi Heritage Brunch. Experience a rich tapestry of ...