Varanasi, India [Amazing Places 4K]

The Ghats of Varanasi, along the banks of Ganges River, from Sunrise until the night time ceremony. Varanasi (Benares) is the holiest of the seven sacred cities in Hinduism and Jainism and spiritual capital of India. The city existed at least 3,000 years ago (and possibly much earlier) and according to legend was founded by the god Shiva. The Ganges is a sacred river to Hindus and dying in Varanasi, and being cremated there on the banks of the Ganges is considered to grant instant salvation. Recorded February 2018 in 4K Ultra HD with Sony AX100 and a6300. Music: Gopal - Mystic Journey - 06 - Life Flows On Licensed via -------------------------------------- Immerse yourself in Amazing Places on Our Planet without the distraction of words. New 4K video every Friday or every second Friday. Filmed and Edited by Milosh Kitchovitch (business inquiries: ). YouTube: Website: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: More Amazing Places in 4K: