GUIDE TO THE ANCIENT CITY
Welcome to Varanasi, one of the oldest living cities in the world, rich in culture and spirituality. Start your tour at the ghats along the Ganges River, where you can witness the mesmerizing Ganga Aarti ceremony at sunset. Explore the narrow lanes filled with vibrant markets, temples, and local delicacies, such kachoris and lassi. Don't miss a boat ride on the Ganges for a unique perspective of this holy city and its ancient traditions.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi
Ancient and widely regarded as holy due to the presence of River Ganga, Varanasi is peppered with many famous temples. But none comes close to the glory of Banaras Kashi Vishwanath Temple as it holds great spiritual and religious significance among Hindus. The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas in the country. The main deity here is also known as Shri Vishwanatha and Vishweshwara, which literally means ‘Lord of the Universe’.
This revered Hindu temple also finds mention in the Puranas. The aura of the shrine is such that it attracts devotees of Lord Shiva from around the world. If you are planning to visit this well-known Hindu temple in future, information about Kashi Vishwanath Temple location, timings, entry fee and more will help you plan your trip.
Kashi Vishwanath Temple Information, Varanasi
Location - Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Domari, Uttar Pradesh 221001
Type -Temple
Also Known as - the Golden Temple dedicated to Lord Shiva
Built-in - 1780 (present structure)
Commissioned by - Maharani Ahilya Bai Holkar
Distance from Airport - Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi (25 km);
Kashi Vishwanath Temple Timings - 4:00 AM to 11:00 PM; every day
Darshan and Aarti Timings and Ticket Price (per person)
Sugam Darshan: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM (INR 300)
Mangala Aarti: 3:00 AM to 4:00 AM (INR 350 onwards)
Bhog/Aarti: 11:15 AM to 12:20 PM (INR 180)
Saptirishi Aarti: 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM (INR 180)
Night Shringar/Bhog Aarti: 9:00 PM to 10:15 PM (INR 180)
Night Shayan Aarti: 10:30 PM to 11:00 PM (Free)
Rudrabhishek: 4:00 AM to 6:00 PM (INR 450 onwards)
Time Required to visit around - 1 to 3 hours
Kashi Vishwanath Temple Ticket Price - Free Entry
Extra charges for devotees wanting to participate in different aartis
Architectural Style - Nagara style of architecture
Other small temples here - Kaalbhairav, Virupaksh Gauri, Vishnu, Vinayaka, Avimukteshwara
Kaal Bhairav temple
Kaal Bhairav Temple in Varanasi is an esteemed place of worship where people pay homage to Kaal Bhairav, a fierce avatar of Shiva. “Kotwal of Varanasi,” as he is known, is regarded as the patron god of this town.
Its history goes back to very old periods and it has great importance for all those who are looking for safety and blessings. For example, the god is shown holding a trident and noose which symbolize power and justice. The temple’s peculiar traditions and lively mood have made it popular among tourists from different parts of the world