Varanasi - City Sights

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

What is the meaning of "Vishwanath" in the temple's name?

Lord of the Universe

Which Mughal emperor is said to have destroyed an earlier version of the temple?

Aurangzeb

What iconic architectural feature is found at the top of the temple?

Golden spire

Which Indian ruler is known for rebuilding the present structure of the temple in the 18th century?

Ahilyabai Holkar

What religious item do devotees offer in large numbers at the temple?

Bel leaves

What structure did Aurangzeb build on the original temple site?

Gyanvapi Mosque

What is a common ritual performed by pilgrims visiting the temple?

Offering water to the Shivalinga

Which festival sees large crowds at Kashi Vishwanath Temple every year?

Maha Shivaratri

What is the significance of the temple in Hindu beliefs?

One of the twelve Jyotirlingas

What project was recently launched to expand and modernize access to the temple?

Kashi Vishwanath Corridor Project

Dashashwamedh Ghat

According to legend, who performed ten horse sacrifices at this ghat?

Lord Brahma

Which festival attracts huge crowds to Dashashwamedh Ghat for the Aarti?

Dev Deepawali

What is the meaning of "Dashashwamedh"?

Ten horse sacrifices

What time of the day is the Ganga Aarti typically held at the ghat?

Evening

Which feature is often released into the river during rituals at Dashashwamedh Ghat?

Oil lamps on leaves

What sound traditionally accompanies the Ganga Aarti at the ghat?

Conch shells and bells

What structure near Dashashwamedh Ghat gives panoramic views of the rituals?

Munshi Ghat Balcony

Which of the following activities is common for pilgrims at Dashashwamedh Ghat?

Ritual bathing in the river

What type of boats are commonly seen near the ghat during Aarti time?

Wooden rowboats

Which prominent temple is located close to Dashashwamedh Ghat?

Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Sarnath

What is the name of the famous stupa located in Sarnath?

Dhamek

Which ancient emperor built many monuments and pillars in Sarnath?

Ashoka

What animal appears on the Lion Capital of Ashoka, discovered in Sarnath?

Lion

The Lion Capital of Ashoka from Sarnath is now the national emblem of which country?

India

Which museum in Sarnath displays archaeological artifacts from the site?

Sarnath Archaeological Museum

What is the term for the community of monks established by Buddha at Sarnath?

Sangha

Which tree is often planted at Buddhist sites like Sarnath to symbolize enlightenment?

Bodhi

What is the ancient name of Sarnath found in Buddhist texts?

Isipatana

What does the Dhamek Stupa commemorate?

Buddha's first sermon

Which country has built several Buddhist temples and monasteries in Sarnath?

Thailand