Holy City Benaras In India Editorial Image

April 02, 2009,Benaras, Uttar Pradesh, India - Benaras, is considered as the cultural capital of the oldest and holiest cities in India and home to the most famous ghats (steps leading down to the river) in the country. Huge crowds of pilgrims and visitors from all parts of the world gather to take part in this ancient ritual place.Benaras has been a traditional center of learning of philosophy, Sanskrit, astrology and religion.