Introduction: 

The aim of this writeup is to explore the sacred significance of Kashi Vishwanath Temple Jyotirlinga or Kashi Vishwanath Shivling and to elaborate its history, spirituality, and devotion with which the devotees from all over India and abroad throng in the sacred city of Varanasi.

The religious gaiety and serenity, soaked in healing soulful potion brimming with spirituality is writ large across the innumerable Ghats in the city of Kashi, along the meandering course of River Ganges across the sacred city of Varanasi. 

History of Kashi Vishwanath Mandir or Kashi Vishwanath Temple History :

As far as the Kashi Vishwanath Temple History is concerned, the Kashi Vishwanath Mandir Banaras or Kashi Vishwanath Mahadev Temple or the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Mandir Varanasi was built by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore in 1780 A.D. 

Sacred  Significance of Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi:

The narrow and cavernous streets, lanes and bylanes outpour and effervesce, the pious religious aura 24×7. This all is a vibrant city of Kashi which continues to evoke religious and spiritual fervor in devotees. 

Baba Kashi or Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi, a Jyotirlinga dedicated to Lord Shiva, where the column or the pillar of light, the Jyotirlinga represents the Supreme power of the Lord Shiva. 

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Darshan & Kashi Vishwanath Temple Timings:

Shri Kashi Vishwanath Darshan can be taken by adhering to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple Timings schedule.

Kashi Vishwanath Temple Darshan Timings: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Darshan Sugam timings are 6:00 am to 6:00 pm. The charges for Shri Kashi Vishwanath Darshan Sugam are Rs 300/-. Pilgrims can avail Kashi Vishwanath online booking services as well. 

Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi Timings or the Kashi Vishwanath Temple Darshan timings or the Kashi Vishwanath Temple Opening and Closing time: For the devotees, Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi Timings are 3:00am to 11:00 pm. Thus, Kashi Vishwanath Temple Opening and Closing time, provides ample flexibility. 

Kashi Vishwanath Temple Aarti can be performed in the dawn. Kashi Vishwanath Aarti time for the Mangla Aarti on normal days is 3:00 to 4:00 AM. The charges for Kashi Vishwanath Temple Aarti-Mangla are Rs. 350/- on a normal day. However on festival days it is higher. Kashi Vishwanath Aarti time for Bhog /Aarti is 11:15 am to 12:20 PM. 

Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Baba Vishwanath Temple Varanasi is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas representing Lord Shiva. It is situated on the banks of the holy river Ganga. India Kashi Vishwanath Temple Varanasi has the main deity i,e, Vishwanath which means the Ruler of the world. 

Vishwanath Temple Story: 

But there Goddess Parvati didn’t like spending married life at her father’s place. One day she asked Lord Shiva to take her home as she did not like to stay there. 

 At Kashi, he appeared in the form of a column of light at the Kashi Vishwanath Mandir Varanasi or the Kashi Vishwanath Mandir Banaras.

By worshiping Lord Shiva at Benaras Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga, at the banks of holy River Ganges, the devotees get riddance from agonies, pain, miseries and their ailments.

Inside Vishwanath temple –Shiva Linga in Garbhagriha:

Inside  Vishwanath temple, there are five mandapas. At Baba Kashi Vishwanath inside Kashi Vishwanath Mandir Varanasi, the lingam is situated in Garbhagriha. The Lingam acts as a beacon of light of wisdom and intelligence which dispels the darkness that creeps in in the form of ignorance, lethargy and confusion. 

 Rudraksha Convention Centre can accommodate 1200 people. It has meeting rooms, an art gallery and a multi-purpose pre-function area. Kashi Vishwanath Yatra is now possible without any hustle and bustle. 

 Vishwanath Temple Nearest Railway Station:

 Vishwanath Temple Nearest Railway Station is Varanasi Junction (BSB). The fastest train for Varanasi is Vandebharat train. The travel time is around 8 hours. It leaves NDLS at 06:00 hours and arrives at Varanasi Junction(BSB) at 14:00 hours. 

The Neelanchal Express train leaves Anand Vihar Terminal (ANVT) at 07:30 hours and reaches Varanasi Junction(BSB) at 21:40 hours. 

Distance between Lucknow and  Vishwanath Temple Varanasi:

The road distance between Lucknow and Varanasi is around 313 kms. The travel time is around 5 hours 10 minutes via Purvanchal Expressway. 

Ayodhya to Kashi distance:

Ayodhya to Kashi distance is around 218 kms. 

Gaya to Kashi Distance: Gaya to Kashi distance is around 251 kms.

Places to visit near  Vishwanath Temple Varanasi:

• –The Dasaswamedh Ghat– It is the main Ghat in Varanasi on the River Ganges. 
• –Assi Ghat– The famous morning Aarti is held at the Assi Ghat. 
• –Ganga Aarti– Pilgrims can witness the soulful Ganga Aarti performed in the evening by Ganga Seva Nidhi Samiti. 
• –Sarnath- The Dhamekha Stupa, the holy site where Buddha first preached his message. 
• – Sankat Mochan Temple– Sankat Mochan Temple is a famous pilgrimage where the deity is Lord Hanuman. 
• –Shri Visalakshi Mata Shakti Peeth Temple, Kashi.
• –Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Mandir, Varanasi.
• –Vindham Waterfalls– The Vindham Waterfalls, Mirzapur are nestled in the lush green environment on the rocky terrain. These are at a distance of around 90 kms from  Vishwanath Temple Varanasi. Vindham Waterfalls is a gorgeous waterfall and a popular tourist attraction.

In the North of Kashi Station is Onkarkhand, in the South is Kedarkhand and in the middle is Visheshwar Khand. 

Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga is the most sought after pilgrimage where pilgrims incessantly throng in large numbers. Pilgrims can avail the facility of Kashi Vishwanath online booking for ensuring hassle free pilgrimage.

 The meandering River Ganges continue to bless the devotees of Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga all the time. 

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FAQs:

Q.1. How to reach  Vishwanath Temple by flight from Delhi?

Ans. 1. Usually, the flight from Delhi to Varanasi takes around 1 hour 40 minutes. The aerial distance is around 676 kms. 

Q.2. How to reach  Vishwanath Temple by road?

Ans.2. Delhi to Kashi distance via Agra- Lucknow Expressway is about 873 kms. It takes around 13 and half hours to cover Delhi to Kashi distance.

Q.3. Is free Prasad/food offered in the  Vishwanath temple premises?

Ans.3. Yes. Vishwanath temple is adroitly managed by the board of trustees set up by the Government of Uttar Pradesh. The timings for offering free food is 12.30 to 3.00 pm.

Q.4. What is Varanasi to Kashi distance?

Ans.4. Varanasi to Kashi distance is around 6.6 kms.