Varanasi is historical city in the state of Uttar Pradesh and historically known as Kashi. Varanasi is commonly known as Benares or Banaras, situated on the banks of the holy River Ganges. Varanasi is referred in many titles like "The City of Temples", The City of Learning, "The Holy City of India", "The Religious Capital of India" and "The City of Lights". Hindus regard this city as one of the most sacred cities in India. It is said that city was found 5000 years ago by Lord Shiva. Since The existence of the city has been noted in many Hindu scriptures like Rig-Veda, Skanda Purana, the Ramayana and the this city as one of the most sacred cities in India.