Ramnagar ki yatra /The Ramnagar fort and Palace

Kashi might be the abode of the gods, but it also been ruled by various kings, who left their imprint on the city. The Raja Ghat on the river, for example, was built by one of them, and history tells us that one of the kings actually jumped from one of its high turrets while trying to escape the British troops during the mutiny, and actually succeeded!

                Our first view of the Ramnagar Fort from the boat

The last remnant memory of the kings of Benares is the Ramnagar Fort and Palace on the opposite banks of the Ganga, in a section of which the present scion of the royal family still resides. The palace is about 15Kms away by road, and an auto takes about half an hour to reach there. We however chose the longer, but more interesting and relaxing option- that of taking a row boat to the palace across the river. The journey took us a good one and a half hours, but the sheer bliss we experienced made every minute worth it!

The palace has now been converted into a museum, which closes around 4:30PM. If you want to have a leisurely stroll among the various antiquities displayed, make sure you keep at least 2 hours for the palace alone.

The entrance to the fort- the Lal Darwaza

The first section of the museum has various vintage cars belonging to the royal family. After this, we are led back in time thanks to the impressive collection of howdahs and palanquins made of silver and ivory. It is indeed wonderful to see such magnificence, and one wonders what things would have been like when the kings were at the height of their glory. The next section comprises entirely of weapons, something my son enjoyed thoroughly. He is just 5 years old, and doesn’t really relate to vintage cars and palanquins, but weapons – swords, shields and guns- these are things he certainly finds fascinating! We had the same experience at Akkalkot, and I still wonder why men have always been fascinated by weapons and killing. It is rare to find a fort or palace museum without a display of weapons. One can understand that kings in those days spent most of their time fighting, but to think that they took more care to store and preserve weapons more than other things like written records, for instance, is something that I am unable to digest.

 Entrance to the Palace

Anyway, coming back to the museum, the portions I found most interesting were those which displayed beautiful works of art, and gifts from kings of other states. These were truly worth seeing, considering that with the great advances in science and technology, it is impossible to come across such wonderful handwork. Carvings on ivories, brass and bronze, tapestries from various regions of ancient India… The list goes on and on 

The Palace

The section containing the ancient clothes of the kings, priceless collections from their wardrobe, don’t look so priceless any more. Most of them are moth eaten, and deserve much more care than they are given at present. The section containing portraits of the rulers is good though, and a must-see for al history buffs.

The Palace Door

The pride of the museum is an ancient clock which displays not only the year, month, week, and day, but also astronomical facts about the sun, moon and constellations of stars! The fact that this clock is working till date is impressive in itself, and makes a visit to the museum worthwhile.

Another Section of the Palace

The name ‘Ramnagar’ is believed to have been given by the kings of Benares, when they decided to build their fort at this place. In ancient times, it was known as Vyasa Kashi, because the great Sage Vyasa (of Mahabharata fame) is believed to have lived here. According to the legend, Vyasa once incurred the wrath of Lord Shiva, who exiled him from Kashi. Vyasa chose to reside on the opposite bank of the Ganga, from where he could at least see the holy city. Thus this place came to known after him as Vyasa Kashi.

The Palace- The circled portion shows the entrance to the passage leading to the Vyasa Temple

 The Palace and the Temple(on the right)

A tunnel-like passage from the quadrangle of the fort leads us under the fort to the river, on the banks of which is a temple known as the Vyasa temple. This temple has 3 lingams representing Vyasa, his son, Suka and Kashi Vishwanath. There is nothing much one can say about the temple, except that its location is absolutely wonderful. On one side is the Ganga, flowing in full force and on the other side are the high walls of the palace. The view is breathtaking, and as for the breeze, I have no words to describe it! We felt like spending the rest of the evening there, but were shooed away by the watchman who wanted to lock up the place. Try to reach there early in the evening, so that you can spend at least an hour sitting on the walls of the fort, enjoying the lovely view and breathing in the fresh air. I can assure you that it will be a wonderful experience.

The Facade of the Palace

Enjoying the breeze on the balcony facing the river.

Enjoy with family

important's of kashi

Varanasi, also referred to as Kashi or Banaras, is the holiest city in India. Situated on the banks of the Ganges, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is the spiritual centre of the country. Millions of Indians come to this city to wash their sins away in Ganga, attain forgiveness, and be closer to obtaining moksha.

Moksha is Nirvana, freedom from the cycle of death and life. It is believed that the souls of the people who die here, or are cremated here, attain moksha. The Varanasi Ghats are especially beautiful, and also the centre of most spiritual activities and energy.

Banaras ke rang hjar

Varanasi, also referred to as Kashi or Banaras, is the holiest city in India. Situated on the banks of the Ganges, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is the spiritual centre of the country. Millions of Indians come to this city to wash their sins away in Ganga, attain forgiveness, and be closer to obtaining moksha.

Moksha is Nirvana, freedom from the cycle of death and life. It is believed that the souls of the people who die here, or are cremated here, attain moksha. The Varanasi Ghats are especially beautiful, and also the centre of most spiritual activities and energy.

बनारसी ठाट

गलतियों से जुदा तु भी नही मैं भी नहीं,दोनों इंसान हैं, ख़ुदा तु भी नहीं मै भी नहीं।"तू मुझे और मैं तूझे इल्ज़ाम देते है" मगरअपने अंदर झांकता तु भी नहीं मैं भी नहीं।गलतफहमियों ने करदी पैदा दूरियां, वरनाफितरत का बुरा तु भी नहीं मैं भी नहीं ।

The southernmost ghat of Varanasi

Assi Ghat is renowned for being the place where students, foreigners, and researchers reside. It’s the southernmost ghat of Varanasi, and is the meeting point of rivers Ganga and Assi. They are large and popular spot for entertainment and boat rides. It has been featured in a couple of novels and Bollywood films.

Situated to the north and an extension of Assi Ghats is the Ganga Mahal Ghat, named after a palace built near it. In 1830, the Narayan dynasty constructed a palace on the ghats and was named Ganga Mahal. Educational institutions use the palace now. Many of the ghats are known for the architecture of the palaces and other buildings next to them.

How to get Moksha

Varanasi, also referred to as Kashi or Banaras, is the holiest city in India. Situated on the banks of the Ganges, in the state of Uttar Pradesh, Varanasi is the spiritual centre of the country. Millions of Indians come to this city to wash their sins away in Ganga, attain forgiveness, and be closer to obtaining moksha.

Moksha is Nirvana, freedom from the cycle of death and life. It is believed that the souls of the people who die here, or are cremated here, attain moksha. The Varanasi Ghats are especially beautiful, and also the centre of most spiritual activities and energy.

Banarasi saris.....

Varanasi is famous for its silk weaving industry, with fine silks and Banarasi saris being legendary. Every woman in India covets a Banarasi saris, which are mostly worn in weddings and special occasions. While in Varanasi, you can also visit Sarnath, 13 km away from Varanasi, a major Buddhist pilgrimage site. Sarnath is where Gautama Buddha is said to have given his first discourse after attaining enlightenment.

Some beautiful place in Varanasi

Of the 15 most notable mosques in Varanasi.  The most significant ones are the Gyanvapi mosque, Abdul Razzaq, Chaukhamba, and the Alamgir Mosque. Most of the mosques are constructed on the remains of Hindu temples, which were destroyed during the reign of Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. The Gyanvapi mosque is a Jama Masjid, built in 1664 CE, and its entrance is partially modelled on the Taj Mahal. The name of the mosque comes from the Gyan Vapi well, located within the mosque, meaning “well of knowledge”.

Other notable places to see in Varanasi are the Ramnagar Fort, the Bharat Kala Bhawan, Ashoka Pillar, Aghor Peeth, and the Central University for Tibetan Studies. Varanasi is renowned for its traditional music culture, and educational history, home to numerous eminent figures in history.

Other Places to Visit in Varanasi

Varanasi is one of the oldest continuously lived in cities in the world, and home to thousands of temples. The most most important and significant one is the Kashi Vishvanath Temple. Dedicated to Lord Shiv, this temple is the site of one of the twelve jyotirlings, and, according to Hinduism, one of the seven sacred sites of India. The Durga Temple, constructed in honour of Goddess Durga, is another famous temple in Varanasi. It is built in the Nagara architectural style, and is painted with red ochre, a colour associated with Durga. The temple is popular for its celebrations of Nag Panchami.

Ghats of Varanasi/ Banaras Ghat

Varanasi is home to many famous temples and mosques, but its the Ghats of Varanasi that draw thousands of tourists each year. Ghats are long, stone steps that gently sink into the river. The ghats are almost 100 in number, and are used for various purposes, like bathing, cremations, swimming, prayers, boating, etc. The ghats were constructed during the reign of the Maratha dynasty, around the 18th century. Some of them are more famous and popular than most.

Dashashwamedh Ghat

Dashashwamedh Ghat

Dashashwamedh Ghat is the one of the oldest and most busiest ghats. It stays lively with flower sellers, masseurs, boat rides, marketplace, and people coming and going. This is where the famous Ganga aarti (worship ceremony) happens each evening, and is good place to sit, relax, and watch all the activity.

Dharmeshwar Temple

Famous Dharmeshwar Temple

Those person who take bath in Dharma Koop and perform pooja of Dharmeshwar are cleaned of all sins. Yam Raj agreed to do as he was directed by Lord Shiva. (Kashi Khand, Chapter 78)

होली की शुभकामना

है होली का त्यौहार चहुओर मस्ती की बयार ~ कुछ पक्तियां ~ आप सभी को होली की शुभकामना ~

 1

बरसाने बरसन लगी, नौ मन केसर धार ।
ब्रज मंडल में आ गया, होली का त्‍यौहार ।।

2
लाल हरी नीली हुई, नखरैली गुलनार ।
रंग-रँगीली कर गया, होली का त्‍यौहार ।।

3
आंखों में महुआ भरा, सांसों में मकरंद ।
साजन दोहे सा लगे, गोरी लगती छंद ।।

4
कस के डस के जीत ली, रँग रसिया ने रार ।
होली ही हिम्‍मत हुई, होली ही हथियार ।।

5
हो ली, हो ली, हो ही ली, होनी थी जो बात ।
हौले से हँसली हँसी, कल फागुन की रात ।।

6
होली पे घर आ गया, साजणियो भरतार ।
कंचन काया की कली, किलक हुई कचनार ।।

7
केसरिया बालम लगा, हँस गोरी के अंग ।
गोरी तो केसर हुई, साँवरिया बेरंग ।।

8
देह गुलाबी कर गया, फागुन का उपहार ।
साँवरिया बेशर्म है, भली करे करतार ।।

9
बिरहन को याद आ रहा, साजन का भुजपाश।
अगन लगाये देह में, बन में खिला पलाश ।।

10
साँवरिया रँगरेज ने, की रँगरेजी खूब ।
फागुन की रैना हुई, रँग में डूबम डूब।।

11
सतरंगी सी देह पर, चूनर है पचरंग ।
तन में बजती बाँसुरी, मन में बजे मृदंग ।।

12
जवाकुसुम के फूल से, डोरे पड़ गये नैन ।
सुर्खी है बतला रही, मनवा है बेचैन ।।

13
बरजोरी कर लिख गया, प्रीत रंग से छंद ।
ऊपर से रूठी दिखे, अंदर है आनंद ।।

14
होली में अबके हुआ, बड़ा अजूबा काम ।
साँवरिया गोरा हुआ, गोरी हो गई श्‍याम ।।

15
कंचन घट केशर घुली, चंदन डाली गंध ।
आ जाये जो साँवरा, हो जाये आनंद ।।

16
घर से निकली साँवरी, देख देख चहुँ ओर ।
चुपके रंग लगा गया, इक छैला बरजोर ।।

17
बरजोरी कान्‍हा करे, राधा भागी जाय ।
बृजमंडल में डोलता, फागुन है गन्नाय ।।

18
होरी में इत उत लगी, दो अधरन की छाप ।
सखियाँ छेड़ें घेर कर, किसका है ये पाप ।।

19
कैसो रँग डारो पिया, सगरी हो गई लाल ।
किस नदिया में धोऊँ अब, जाऊँ अब किस ताल ।।

20
फागुन है सर पर चढ़ा, तिस पर दूजी भाँग ।
उस पे ढोलक भी बजे, धिक धा धा, धिक ताँग ।।

21
हौले हौले रँग पिया, कोमल कोमल गात ।
काहे की जल्‍दी तुझे, दूर अभी परभात ।।

22
फगुआ की मस्‍ती चढ़ी, मनुआ हुआ मलंग ।
तीन चीज़ हैं सूझतीं, रंग, भंग और चंग ।।

काशी ~ बम बम शिव

भगवान शंकर और देवी पार्वती के विवाह का पर्व है महाशिवरात्री ~ माघ माह की कृष्ण पक्ष चतुर्दसी को मनाया जाने वाला इस वर्ष दिनांक 07/03/2016 को है ये ~महापर्व ~ काशी में काशीवासियो के लिए आनंद पर्व ~ आप भी पधारे काशी ~ बम बम शिव ~~

हम तेरे पीछे-पीछे

हम तेरे पीछे-पीछे फिरते रहते बनारस की गलिया
एक लब्ज अब तू भी बोल मै भी बोलू 
खिलखिला उठे सारे फूल सारी कलिया ||

सरस्वती_पूजनोत्सव_की_शुभकामनाएँ !!

या कुन्देन्दु- तुषारहार- धवला या शुभ्र- वस्त्रावृता 
या वीणावरदण्डमन्डितकरा या श्वेतपद्मासना
या ब्रह्माच्युत- शंकर- प्रभृतिभिर्देवैः सदा वन्दिता 
सा मां पातु सरस्वती भगवती निःशेषजाड्यापहा

श्लोक अर्थ - जो विद्या की देवी भगवती सरस्वती कुन्द के फूल, चन्द्रमा, हिमराशि और मोती के हार की तरह धवल वर्ण की हैं और जो श्वेत वस्त्र धारण करती हैं, जिनके हाथ में वीणा-दण्ड शोभायमान है, जिन्होंने श्वेत कमलों पर आसन ग्रहण किया है तथा ब्रह्मा, विष्णु एवं शंकर शङ्कर आदि देवताओं द्वारा जो सदा पूजित हैं, वही सम्पूर्ण जड़ता और अज्ञान को दूर कर देने वाली माँ सरस्वती हमारी रक्षा करें।

'' काशी नगरी जग से न्यारी ''

                   '' काशी नगरी जग से न्यारी ''                   

 
काशी नगरी जग से न्यारी , काशी नगरी सबसे प्यारी.......

रहते हैं त्रिपुरारी , शिव के अंग से निकली काशी ,शिव ने शूल पे धारी….... काशी नगरी सबसे प्यारी…

बिश्वनाथ महा ज्योतिर्लिंग में आन बिराजे भोले ,
दर्शन इनके जोभी करता भाग्य को उसके खोले ।
महिमा इसकी गूँज रही है सप्त पुरिन में भारी  । । काशी नगरी जग से न्यारी ………

काशी के बन कोतवाल भैरौ हैं यहाँ बिराजे
अन्न देती मा अन्नपूर्णा सदा यहाँ पर राजे ।
यहाँ के हर एक मन्दिर की सोभा सबसे है न्यारी । । काशी नगरी जग से  न्यारी…….......

दुर्गा कुण्ड पे दुर्गा भवानी के दर्शन सब कोई पाये
संकट मोचन हनूमान की शरण में जोभी आये ।
सब संकट पल में हर लेते हनूमान बलधारी । । काशी नगरी जग से न्यारी …………

कीट पतंग या मरकट मानव जोभी काशी का वाशी
शिव की प्यारी इस नगरी में मुक्ति सहज में पाती ।
प्रेम से हर हर शंकर बोलो मुक्ति है दासी तुम्हारी । । काशी नगरी जग से न्यारी …………(रचनाकार-आयुश कु. दुबे) 

Importance of MAHAKAL

बैठा है शमशान में वो लिये कपाल।

साथ डमरू त्रिशूल है और जटा विशाल।।

भैरव गोरख अघोर नागा और पूजे चांडाल।

सबको साधे सबको तारे मेरा योगी महाँकाल।।

जय श्री महाँकाल......हर हर बम बम महादेव ~~

Our_Kashi

गंगा तरंग रमणीय जटा कलापं
गौरी निरंतर विभूषित वाम भागम्
नारायण प्रियमनंग मदापहारं
काशीं पुरपतिं भज विश्वनाथम् ||

गंगा की रमणीय तरंग जिनकी जटाओं में खेल रही
गौरी की प्रियता जिन्हें सदैव प्राप्त है
नारायण से जिनका रत्ती भर भी अलगाव नहीं
जो मोह-मद-काम आदि दोषों का अपहरण करते हैं
काशीं पुरी यानी नगरी के स्वामी ऐसे विश्वनाथ को हम क्यों नहीं भजते हैं ?
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                  ||श्लोक : आदिशंकराचार्य ||

Our Varanasi

कर्पूरगौरं करुणावतारम् | संसारसारं भुजगेन्द्रहारम् ||
सदा वसन्तं हृदयारविन्दे | भवं भवानि सहितं नमामि ||                
                     || ओम नमः शिवायें ||

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About: Mahamrityunjaya Mantra

Tryambkan Yjamahe
         Sugndhin Pustivrdhnm
Urwarukmiv Bndhnan
           Mamritat Mrityormuksiy.

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Kashi Vishvanath Temple

Kashi Vishvanath Temple

Kashi Vishvanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples and is dedicated toLord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India, the holiest existing place ofHindus. The temple stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga, and is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, the holiest of Shivatemples. The main deity is known by the name Vishvanatha or Vishveshvara meaningRuler of The Universe. The Varanasi city is also called Kashi, and hence the temple is popularly called Kashi Vishvanath Temple.

Ganga importance of bathing

Ganga importance of bathing in the scriptures of Kartik Purnima day Ganges bath has great importance. It is believed that the day of Kartik Purnima Ganga bath Ganga bath is worth the whole year. Bathing in sacred rivers, including the Ganges and the pilgrimages of the day is also important. Yamuna, Godavari, Narmada, Gandak, Kurukshetra, Ayodhya, Kashi bathing leads to special virtue. Kartik Purnima day garhmukteshwar pilgrimage to bathe in Uttar Pradesh is also of great importance. Recognize that after the end of the Mahabharata war, seeing the bodies of his family members Yudhisthira became very tearful. Pandavas out of mourning for the dead on this day Lord Krishna came in Mukteshwar stronghold sacrifice for the peace of souls and be Deepadn. Since that time the full moon day of Kartik in garhmukteshwar began the tradition of bathing and Deepdan.Kartik Purnima, the importance of charitydonations in the scriptures is the greatest importance. These donations were Kartik Purnima is a special significance. Recognize that the person who provides the day she gets her back to heaven after death. So generously to the needy clothes, money and food grains should donate.

Shiva's trident is underpinned Kashi.

The beloved city of Lord Shiva is said to Kashi.It has been described in many Puranas and texts. According to the assumptions, if there is any man's death in Kashi it certainly leads to heaven. Many of these assumptions are attached to Kashi and mystery, which makes it even more special....

                 The beloved city of Lord Shiva is said to Kashi.It has been described in many Puranas and texts. According to the assumptions, if there is any man's death in Kashi it certainly leads to heaven. Many of these assumptions are attached to Kashi and mystery, which makes it even more special.
                

Varanasi the city of ghat and temple's

,, ,,, Wonderful view of the evening setting sun sanguine aura Ganga Ghats of Varanasi modules Panipr ,, the chirping of returning Pakshiaw, amazing Shama ,, ,, cheap ...

Ramnagar ki Ramlila

The Dussehra festival is full of all the charm and Happenings. On the occasion of silk and brocade dress with brocade etc. Kashi Naresh is out riding on the elephant and followed the long procession. ^[1] And the King a month long lasting Ramnagar, Varanasiinaugurated enactment. ^[1] in RamlilaRamacharitmanas according to Lord SriRama is the staging of the drama of life. ^[1]The staging is sponsored by the Kashi Naresh Ar entire 31 days in Ramnagar is held each evening. ^[1] The Last Days Lord RamaRavana massaged end the war and Ayodhyareturn. ^{[1] The} Maharaja Udit Narayan Singh in the Ramlila of Ramnagar early 1 9th centurydid the middle. ^[1]