“Varanasi is a city in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh dating to the 11th century B.C. Regarded as the spiritual capital of India, the city draws Hindu pilgrims who bathe in the Ganges River’s sacred waters and perform funeral rites. Along the city's winding streets are some 2,000 temples, including Kashi Vishwanath, the “Golden Temple,” dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It is one of the most sacred sites in India because it is believed to have been the home of Lord Shiva.” This artwork won the FINALIST PRIZE AWARD in ART SHOW INTERNATIONAL GALLERY's "Feb - Mar 2023 - 8th ABSTRACT" International Juried Art Competition, see: https://www.artshowinternational.com.