Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi
| Location | Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Varanasi (Map) |
| Entry Fee & Timings | Kashi Vishwanath Temple open from 03:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm. No entry fee. |
| Place Type | Temple, Religious Place |
| Place visit with | Family, Kids, Friends, Parants, Siblings, Youngsters |
| Best time to visit | April, May, June |
About Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is situated on the west bank of the Ganges River in the holy city of Varanasi. The Jyotirlinga located in the Kashi Vishwanath temple has an extraordinary and special significance in the religious history of India. It was built in the year 1780 by the Maratha emperor, Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore. The management of the temple was taken over on January 28, 1983 under the UP government.
A Naubatkhana (in front of the temple) has been constructed by Collector Mohammad. Ibrahim Khan in 1785. The two domes of the temple were covered with gold in 1839 (gifted by Punjab Kesari Maharaja Ranjit Singh). And the third dome was gold plated by the Ministry of Culture and Religious Affairs, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
Architecture of Kashi Vishwanath Temple
The main temple is quadrangular and is surrounded by temples of other deities. The main deity's linga in the temple is 60 cm (24 in) long and 90 cm (35 in) in circumference placed in a silver altar. There are small temples of Kaal Bhairav, Kartikeya, Avimukteshwar, Vishnu, Ganesh, Shani, Shiva and Parvati in the complex. The temple structure is made up of three parts.
The first settles with a spire on the temple. The second is a gold dome and the third is a gold pinnacle with a flag and a trident over the sanctum.
Interesting facts about Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple is widely regarded as one of the most important places of worship in Hinduism.
- Inside the Kashi Vishwanath temple there is a Jyotirlinga of Shiva, Vishweshwar or Vishwanath.
- Vishweshwar Jyotirlinga has a very special and unique importance in the spiritual history of India.
- There are legends which believe that Shiva actually stayed here for some time. Shiva is considered the protector of the city and its people.
How to reach Kashi Vishwanath Temple
By Air:- Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport is the nearest airport to Kashi Vishwanath Temple. Which is at a distance of 25 km or less than an hour. From here you can book a cab and go to the temple.
By Train:- Varanasi City Station near the temple is just 2 km away, by booking an auto you can easily reach your destination without any hassle.
By Road:- Varanasi is well connected by all roadways. You can reach the famous temple by autorickshaw or taxi along Vishwanath Gali.
Nearby famous places
- Varanasi Remembrances 6 minutes away
- Nepali Temple (Kathwala Temple) 6 minutes away
- Manikarnika Ghat 8 minutes away
- Ayurvedic Spa 5 minutes away
- Third eye tours and travel's service 5 minutes away
- Baba the School of Music 6 minutes away
- Dasaswamedh Ghat 10 minutes away
- Ganges River 11 minutes away
- Banaras Lanes 10 minutes away
- Man Mandir Ghat 7 minutes away
- Banaras Ghats 12 minutes away
- Taal Music 9 minutes away
Kashi Vishwanath Temple FAQs: 𝒜. It is located at Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Varanasi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple: Kashi Vishwanath Temple open from 03:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm. No entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple during April, May, June months for best experience.
𝒜. It is located at Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Varanasi.
𝒜. Entry fee and timings information of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple: Kashi Vishwanath Temple open from 03:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 07:00 pm to 11:00 pm. No entry fee..
𝒜. You should visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple during April, May, June months for best experience.