Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Timings, History, Travel Guide and How to reach

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple – Guide

Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples in India dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in the city of Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, situated on the west bank of the holy river Ganga, is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas of the sacred Shiva temples in India. The main deity of the temple is known as Vishwanath or Vishweshwar. This is a very old and a grand temple, which is famous all over the world.

History of this Temple

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple has been mentioned in ancient scripts. The temple is believed to have been destroyed by several invaders in 2^nd AD which was later rebuilt by a Gujarati merchant. The temple was destroyed during the reign of Akbar in the 15^th and 16^th centuries. Then Raja Man Singh rebuilt the temple. The temple was destroyed by Aurangzeb in the 17^th century and a mosque was built. The remains of an ancient temple can be seen just behind the mosque. The present structure was built in 1780 by Ahilya Bai Holkar, the Maratha ruler of Indore, at a nearby site. Since 1983 the temple is managed by the Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple is known as one of the most important places of worship in Hinduism. Inside the Kashi Vishwanath temple is the Jyotirlinga of Shiva, Vishweshwar or Vishwanath. Vishweshwar Jyotirlinga has a very special and unique significance in the spiritual history of India. The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is also known as the “Golden Temple or Temple of Gold”. There are golden domes on top of the temple. The gold for this temple was donated by Sikh Maharaja Ranjit Singh of Punjab.

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Timings

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple opens at 2:30 AM in the morning and close at 11:00 PM in the Night. Mangala Aarti is performed at 3.00 – 4.00 AM in the Morning. Bhog Aarti is performed at 11.15 to 12.20 in the afternoon. Sandhya Aarti is performed at 7.00 to 8.15 PM in the Evening. Shringar Aarti is performed at 9.00 to 10.15 PM in the Night and Shayan Aarti is performed at 10.30-11.00 PM in the night.

Places to visit near this Temple

Assi Ghat

Assi Ghat is a holy place situated at a distance of 7 kms from Varanasi Railway Station.

Manikarnika Ghat

Manikarnika Ghat is located at a distance of about 5.5 kilometers from Varanasi. This Ghat is considered an auspicious place for cremation.

Tulsi Mansa Temple

Tulsi Manas Temple is one of the major sightseeing places of Varanasi. This temple is dedicated to Lord Rama. This temple is located at a distance of about few kms away from kashi vishwanath temple.

Sarnath Temple

Sarnath Temple is situated at a distance of about 13 kilometers from Varanasi. The site is one of the famous Buddhist sites in India.

Chunar Fort

It is a popular attraction for history lovers. Chunar Fort, located about 32 km from Varanasi.

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How to reach Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple

By Air- The nearest airport from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple is Varanasi airport which is at a distance of 25 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Train- The nearest railway station from Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple is Varanasi Junction railway station which is at a distance of 6 km away from this temple and Varanasi city railway station is 2 km away from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.

By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.

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