Virasat -E- Banaras

- Though Varanasi is one of the ancient-most but living cities of the world, but, instead of historical monuments, Varanasi emerges as most coveted tourist destinations due to its cultural lineage. Varanasi is also termed as ‘cultural capital of India’. The city of Varanasi is also called ‘Benares’ and ‘Kashi’, hence the citizens of Varanasi are also pronounced as ‘Benarasi’ or ‘Kashikeya’. The vibrant culture is the essence of Varanasi tourism.
- Varanasi is a museum of architectural designs. Here, the temples, mosques and other historical buildings present changing patterns and movements in the course of history. Varanasi has a rich and original treasure of variety of paintings, sculptor styles and fork arts. Since the ages, Varanasi has produced master craftsmen and has earned name and fame for its sarees, handicrafts, textiles, toys, ornaments, metal-work, clay and woodwork and leaf and fiber crafts.
- SSAR Sansthan is working to protect the traditional art of Varanasi. The organization is developing the ancient art of Zari-Zardozi through modern resources, as well as the works of Artifex design from the useless pieces of sari and dress material. Making files, key rings and other utility items.