An ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, situated in the holy city of Varanasi, known for its intricate architecture and religious significance.
Also known as: Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Hindi · Bhojpuri
Coordinates
25.313°, 82.972°
Key facts
1The temple is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas, the holiest shrines of Shiva
2It is believed that the temple has been destroyed and rebuilt several times in history
3The temple has five entrances, each representing a different Hindu deity
Timeline
1585: The current temple was rebuilt by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore
1742: The temple was damaged by Aurangzeb and later restored
1839: The temple was damaged by a lightning strike and subsequently repaired
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