varanasi -4 by Pratim Das

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Good drawing Pratim.

Thanks Carole Swingler...

VARANASI -4 ...COLOURED PENCIN ON YELLOW POSTERCOLOUR BACKGROUND ...A4...2015 ...The name Varanasi possibly originates from the names of the two rivers from north and south: Varuna, still flowing in Varanasi, and Asi, a small stream near Assi Ghat. The old city does lie on the north shores of Ganges River bounded by its two tributaries Varuna and Asi. Another speculation is that the city derives its name from the river Varuna, which was called Varanasi in olden times. This is generally disregarded by historians. Through the ages, Varanasi has been known by many names including Kasi or Kashi (used by pilgrims dating from Buddha's days), Kasika (the shining one), Avimukta ("never forsaken" by Shiva), Anandavana (the forest of bliss), and Rudravasa (the place where Rudra/Siva resides). In the Rigveda, the city is referred to as Kasi or Kashi, the luminous city as an eminent seat of learning. The name Kasi is also mentioned in the Skanda Purana. In one verse, Shiva says, "The three worlds form one city of mine, and Kasi is my royal palace therein." The name Kashi may be translated as "City of Light".