Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
About Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Kashi Vishwanath Temple is a revered Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. It is open 3:00 AM – 11:00 PM (aarti times vary).
History
Standing on the western bank of the holy Ganga in Varanasi, Kashi Vishwanath is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and the spiritual heart of the ancient city. The newly built Vishwanath Corridor connects the temple to the ghats.
Timings
3:00 AM – 11:00 PM (aarti times vary)
Dress Code
Modest traditional clothing
Best Time to Visit
October to March; Maha Shivaratri
How to Reach
Varanasi Junction and Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport; near Dashashwamedh Ghat.
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Last updated June 29, 2026. Content is presented for devotional and educational purposes, with traditional beliefs framed as such. Sources: temple records and traditional Hindu accounts.