Kashi Vishwanath Temple

📖 Origin & History

The Kashi Vishwanath Temple, located in Varanasi (Kashi), Uttar Pradesh, is one of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. Considered the spiritual heart of India, it stands on the western bank of the holy river Ganga. The temple has been destroyed and rebuilt several times, with the current structure commissioned by Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore in 1780. Devotees believe that a visit to Kashi and darshan of Lord Vishwanath leads to moksha (liberation).

💡 Did You Know?

⚱️ The temple’s golden spire and domes are covered with more than 800 kg of pure gold.

🌊 A dip in the Ganga at Manikarnika Ghat before visiting the temple is considered highly auspicious.

🕉️ Adi Shankaracharya, Goswami Tulsidas, and many saints have visited Kashi Vishwanath.

🛕 The temple is also called “The Golden Temple of Varanasi.”

🔁 Timeline

Ancient Era — Revered as one of the holiest shrines of Lord Shiva.

Medieval Period — Destroyed multiple times during invasions.

1780 — Rebuilt by Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore.

Modern Times — Recently redeveloped as part of the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor Project.

🌸 Spiritual Significance

One of the 12 Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva.
Belief: A visit ensures moksha (liberation).
The temple is at the heart of Kashi – the city of Shiva.
Part of countless traditions, literature, and spiritual discourses in Hinduism.

🛕 Kashi Vishwanath Temple – Varanasi, UP

📖 Origin & History

💡 Did You Know?

🔁 Timeline

🌸 Spiritual Significance

🎯 Quick Quiz

Who rebuilt the current structure of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple?