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).
Oldest Buddhist shrine â Lumbini is one of four major sites of importance for Buddhists. The other locations revered by followers of Buddhism are Bodh Gaya (where he became a Buddha), Sarnath (where he first preached) and Kusinagara (where he passed away).