Sri Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Varanasi

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Sri Kasi Viswanathar Temple is a famous Lord Shiva temple in Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh.

It is one of the jyotirlingam and the first one. It is also one of the Shakti peedam and is known as Manikarnika peedam.

Popularity Rating

★★★★★

Parking Difficulty : Easy

Walking Needed : Less than 100 meters inside the temple

Time Needed : 20-30 minutes

Open Timings : 5.00 AM to 12:00 Noon and from 4.00 PM to 8.00 PM

Still Photography : Not Allowed inside the Inner Sanctum

Video Photography : Not Allowed inside the Inner Sanctum

Moolavar : Thirumeninaathar / Sornamalai

Sthala Vruksham : Arasu /Punnai

Theertham : Bhagaveri River (Gundaaru)

Traditional Name: Thiruchuzhi

Padal : Sundarar

Tropical Climate for most part of the year. Wear Cotton (March-November)

Wear Traditional Dress. Cover yourself decently

Avoid Shoes

Nearest Railway Station : Kodai Road Railway Station

Nearest Airport : Madurai Airport

Nearest National Highway : NH32

Nearest Landmark : Kodai Market

How long does it take to complete the visit ?

It will take atleast a couple of hours. The hindu pilgrimage rituals to do here will take a lifetime.

Is it a must visit temple ?

A simple Yes..

What are the other attractions ?

The ganges river and the ritual bath is a must to do, while visiting Varanasi.

How to reach here ?

The temple is a landmark of its own. The nearest railway station is Varanasi.

What are the temple timings ?

The temple is open from morning 2.30 AM to evening 11.00 PM

How to contact this temple ?

0542-2392629

Sri Kasi Viswanathar Temple, Varanasi

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