Tues Nov 11: spiritual capital of India

Had a long bus ride to Varanasi. Had lunch at the hotel then free time. We took a walk around then used the pool and hot tub. Late afternoon we headed to the Ganges river to Kashi a five mile stretch, considered the most holy location in Hinduism. We witnessed the cremation area, watching them prepare and burn the bodies. Then we headed down river to the Thanksgiving celebration. Every night they celebrate the day with this ceremony.Read more