Varanasi, also known as Kashi or Banaras, is one of the world’s oldest living cities and a timeless center of spirituality, culture, and history. Nestled along the sacred Ganges River in Uttar Pradesh, it holds profound religious significance for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains alike. Varanasi is home to the revered Kashi Vishwanath Temple, dedicated to Lord Shiva, and is a major pilgrimage destination where devotees seek liberation (moksha).