Varanasi preserved its glorious past in art and culture. It can be felt through its ghats, the
Ganges, rituals practices and its streets full of hustle and bustle. The folk art and art forms are
still present there in changing course of time. Varanasi is also known for its popular taste bud-
The Banarasi Paan (the beatle leaf) which is sold in every nook and corner.
ART AND LITERATURE
The form of entertainment such as Music, Drama etc. has been part and parcel of Varanasi. This
city has been famous for music which is instrumental and vocal along with dance for ages. The
staging of Ramlila, fairs and festivals, akharas, games and sports are the eternal part of the rich
culture of the city.
Varanasi is also termed as the Sarva Vidya ki Rajdhani ( Capital of all Knowledge). Many
famous and eminent scholars and intellectuals were born in this divine city.
LANGUAGE
Hindi is the official language of Varanasi. People here speaks the the other dialects of Hindi such
as Kashika Bhojpuri.
CUISINE
When it comes to Varanasi Food, the first thing that comes in mind is the Banarasi Paan and
chewing this is the cultural identity of residents. Besides there are lot of variety in delicious food
just like its rich culture and lifestyle. North Indian food and spicy snacks is the pride of Varanasi.
Paapri Chat the famous finger licking taste with tangy flavor ginger and tamarind chutney is
available in street to restaurants. The variety of Langda Aam is available in summers.
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