The Ramayan Saga

I went to Kashi not for religion, but for renewal. At sixty, I chose to mark my Shashtiabdhapoorthi through a deeply immersive Vedic ceremony - my first ever, designed with intent, silence, and meaning. From the sacred Ganga snan to the final havan, every step felt like a quiet rebirth. Guided by Pt. Shivam Sharma ji, I didn’t just perform rituals - I experienced them. It wasn’t an end. It was a return - to myself, to Sanatan Dharma, and to what truly matters.

Your Gateway to Timeless Wisdom Why This Matters In Sanatan Dharma, wisdom is not merely studied - it is lived, embodied, and transmitted through relationship. Books can inform, but a living Acharya can transform. For today’s seekers - especially those aged 18 to 35 - spiritual depth is not about dogma. It’s about asking real questions, finding trusted mentors, and accessing authentic wisdom to guide one’s personal, professional, and inner journey. This is your invitation to do exactly that. What Is an Acharya? An Acharya is not merely a teacher. In the classical Indian tradition, an Acharya is someone who...

The blog “Kashi Walking Tours: Uncover the Magic of Varanasi on Foot” details ten walks, including South City, Cuisine, and Ganga Ghats Walks, in Kashi. Each walk’s coverage, excitement, and expectations—like capturing ghats or tasting kachori—are explored. It includes do’s and don’ts for respectful visits. The conclusion invites an immersive journey.

The blog details ten pujas, prioritising Rudrabhishekam, Vishnu Puja, Navagraha Puja, Kali Puja, and Maha Mrityunjaya Puja in Kashi’s temples. Each puja’s about, significance, and benefits - like peace and longevity - are explored. It includes do’s and don’ts for respectful participation. The conclusion invites a journey of devotion.

Visit Kaal Bhairav Temple, where Kashi Vishwanath’s form as Kotwal protects Varanasi. Explore its history, folklore with alcohol prasad and police chair tradition. Learn visitor tips, do’s and don’ts, immerse in protective customs, and plan your journey to experience Kashi’s divine justice.

Explore Banarasi Wooden Handicrafts at Kashiraj, Shree Handicrafts, and Banaras Art Gallery. Learn their spiritual significance, history, and authenticity tips. Visit Ramnagar workshops, immerse in carving traditions, and plan your journey to experience Kashi’s sacred artistry.

Explore Banarasi Silk Sarees, Varanasi’s sacred craft, at Kuthari Sarees, Tilak Handloom, and Shri Ram Handloom. Learn their spiritual significance, history, and authenticity tips. Visit Vishwanath Gali, immerse in weaving traditions, and plan your journey to experience Kashi’s divine artistry.

Indulge in Banarasi Thandai, Varanasi’s sacred Holi drink, honoring Shiva. Learn its spiritual significance, history, and famous spots like Shivji Ki Thandai. Savor it at Assi Ghat, plan your visit, and try a home recipe to experience Kashi’s festive traditions.

Indulge in Banarasi Peda, Varanasi’s sacred sweet, revered as temple prasadam. Learn its spiritual significance, history, and famous spots like Shri Rajbandhu Sweets. Savor it near Kashi Vishwanath Temple, plan your visit, and try a home recipe to experience Kashi’s culinary traditions.

Indulge in Banarasi Kachori, Varanasi’s sacred snack, revered as temple prasadam. Learn its spiritual significance, history, and famous spots like Ram Bhandar. Savor it near Dashashwamedh Ghat, plan your visit, and try a home recipe to experience Kashi’s culinary traditions.

Explore Ramnagar Fort in Varanasi, a royal citadel on the Ganges. Discover its 18th-century history, spiritual significance, and museum treasures. Immerse in royal traditions like Ram Leela, and plan your visit to experience Kashi’s regal heritage.

Visit Bharat Mata Temple in Varanasi, a tribute to Mother India with a marble map. Explore its history, spiritual essence, and patriotic significance. Immerse in cultural traditions, experience serene reverence, and plan your visit to connect with India’s heritage.

Visit Tulsi Manas Temple in Varanasi, where Tulsidas wrote the Ramcharitmanas. Explore its history, spiritual essence, and serene ambiance. Immerse in Rama’s legacy through recitations, connect with devotional traditions, and plan your visit to experience this sacred tribute.

Visit Durga Temple in Varanasi, a sacred tribute to Goddess Durga. Discover its 18th-century history, spiritual significance, and Navratri celebrations. Experience its vibrant energy, connect with festive traditions, and plan your visit to feel Durga’s protective blessings.

Experience Assi Ghat in Varanasi, where the Ganges purifies the soul at sunrise. Discover its ancient history, spiritual significance, and tranquil rituals. Immerse in local traditions, explore nearby crafts, and plan your visit to connect with Kashi’s sacred heritage.

Visit Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple in Varanasi, founded by Tulsidas. Explore its history, spiritual power, and the sacred Lal Peda prasad with betel leaves. Immerse in devotional traditions, experience serene aartis, and plan your visit to connect with Hanuman’s blessings.

Discover Sarnath Stupa, where Buddha gave his first sermon, a sacred haven near Varanasi. Explore its ancient history, spiritual essence, and serene beauty. Connect with Buddhist heritage through monasteries and crafts, and plan your visit to experience the tranquil path to enlightenment.

Explore Manikarnika Ghat, Varanasi’s holiest cremation ground, where death meets moksha. Uncover its ancient history, spiritual role in liberation, and how to visit respectfully. Connect with rituals around mortality, from memorial crafts to ancestor ceremonies, and plan your reflective journey into Varanasi’s profound spiritual traditions.

Experience the Ganga Aarti at Dashashwamedh Ghat, Varanasi’s vibrant riverside ritual honoring the sacred Ganges. Explore its ancient origins, spiritual essence, and tips for witnessing the mesmerizing ceremony. Dive into local culture with crafts and plan your evening to connect with Varanasi’s timeless devotion.

Discover Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi’s holiest shrine, housing a sacred Jyotirlinga. Learn its resilient history, spiritual significance for moksha, and how to experience its divine aartis. Immerse in Varanasi’s culture with nearby crafts and plan your visit to this eternal abode of Lord Shiva with practical tips.