"Benaras is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together!"

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Source: Mark Twain (1809). “The Writings of Mark Twain: Following the equator; a journey around the world”, p.174

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Mark Twain

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Mark Twain was a prominent American writer known for his sharp wit and social critiques, particularly in 'The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.'

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