Varanasi district, Administrative district in Uttar Pradesh, India
Varanasi district is an administrative area in Uttar Pradesh that stretches along the banks of the Ganges River, connecting urban zones and rural settlements. The region spans varied landscapes with riverbanks, built-up areas, and countryside linked by roads and transportation routes.
The territory was once known as Benares State before transitioning to United Provinces administration in 1902. This shift marked a major change in how the region was governed and organized.
The district holds many temples and is home to traditional silk weavers whose craft has shaped the local identity for generations. Visitors walking through neighborhoods encounter workshops where artisans practice techniques passed down through families, making this an active center of Indian artistic traditions.
The district connects to major Indian cities through an international airport, railway stations, and a network of highways. Visitors have various transportation options to move around and reach different parts of the region.
Local craftspeople produce famous Banarasi saris by weaving gold and silver threads into intricate silk patterns. These textiles are made using the same techniques passed through generations and are recognized far beyond the region.
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