VARANASI

A Brief on the city:

Varanasi, or Benaras, (also known as Kashi) is one of the oldest living cities in the world. Varanasi`s prominence in Hindu mythology is virtually unrevealed.

Education:

Major Central/ State Universities in Varanasi comprise of Banaras Hindu University, Mahatam Gandhi Kashi Vidyapeeth, Sampurnanand Sanskrit Vishwavidyalaya etc.

Culture and Tourism:

It is the rich cultural tradition of Varanasi that makes it the cultural capital of India. A combination of archaeology, mythology, geography, art and history makes Varanasi a great center of Indian culture. The Ganga Ghats (river front) are the most popular pilgrimage spot of Varanasi and are centers of music and learning. The morning and evening “Aartis” performed here attract a large number of crowds. Read More

Important Contact Address ICCR:

Name & Designation	Address	Contacts
Regional Director/ Officer	3rd Floor, Passport Bhawan Vipin Khand, Gomti Nagar Lucknow-226010 Uttar Pradesh.	Tel: 0522-2209592, 2209594(O) Fax: 0522-2209587 Mobile: 07080921503 Email:iccrluck[at]gmail[dot]com, rolucknow[dot]iccr[at]gov[dot]in

FRRO:

FRRO Lucknow	557, Hind Nagar, Kanpur Road, Near Old Chungi, Lucknow- 226012.	0522-2432431(T) 0522-2432430(F) frrolko[at]nic[dot]in