Another type of sedimentary deposition occurs when material is dissolved in water, and chemically precipitates from the water. This type of sedimentation is referred to as chemical sedimentation. A third process can occur, wherein living organisms extract ions dissolved in water to make such things as shells and bones.
One of the most spiritual places on the planet and holiest city for Hindus, it harbors thousands of temples and shrines such as the Panchganga ghat, Manikarnika ghat and the famous Kashi Vishwanath Temple. It is said that if one dies in Kashi, they attain âmokshaâ (salvation).
Adamâs Peak is the most sacred mountain in the country. Steeped in legend and religious theories, Adamâs Peak (or Sri Pada) has pilgrims from all over the world climb to its peak by candlelight to stand in the famous footprint left there. Buddistâs believe that it is the footprint of Buddha when he visited Sri Lanka.