Located on the western bank of the Ganga, Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most famous and sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. Counted among the twelve Jyotirlingas, it has stood as the spiritual center of Varanasi for centuries. The current structure was rebuilt in the late 18th century by Ahilyabai Holkar after repeated destruction. Lakhs of devotees visit every year, especially on Shivratri and Mondays in Shravan. The temple is renowned for its golden spire and the bustling lanes of Varanasi surrounding it.
Mangala Aarti
Special ticket required.
General Darshan
Main queue, long wait during Shravan Mondays.
Bhog/Aarti; darshan paused.
Darshan resumes.
Evening aarti; darshan restricted.
Evening darshan open.
Free Darshan
General entry, long queue, token at gate.
Sugam Darshan
Hassle-free, queue-less Darshan with Shastri escort. Designed for devotees with time constraint/disabilities.
Sugam Darshan (without Prasad)
Hassle-free, queue-less Darshan with Shastri escort, no Prasad included.
Annapurna Devi
Consort
Hanuman
Guardian
Maha Shivratri
Annual night-long festival in honor of Lord Shiva; lakhs of devotees visit.
Shravan Somvar
Mondays of Shravan month dedicated to Shiva with special pujas.