Business In Varanasi
Varanasi, the 'eternal city', is located in Uttar
Pradesh, one of India's northern states.For Hindus it is one of the most
important pilgrimmage sites in India as well as an auspicious place to
die, ensuring Nirvana and an end to the cycle of rebirth.Aside from being
a religious mecca, Varanasi is also an important cultural center as the
home of the Benares Hindu University,Ravi Shankar, and many Hindu poets.Varanasi's
original name Kashi, is said to have been derived from the word `Kasha'
meaning bright which defines its significance as the `city of light' or
its spiritual luminance.The present name is believed to be a combination
of Varuna and Asi, the two rivers on its northern and southern periphery.Varanasi
today, is also a centre of education, art and craft.As a centre of art
and craft it has a vast repertoire, right from silver, brass, copper artifacts
to perfumeries and trinkets.Varanasi is most reputed for its silk brocade
sarees and carpets. |
