About
The Kashi Vishwanath Temple stands in Varanasi, in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, where it is one of the most sacred Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is also known as the Golden Temple of Varanasi, a name that comes from its gold-plated dome and spire.
Finding it
The temple is on Vishwanath Gali in Godowlia, in the old heart of the city. The lanes around it are narrow and busy, so visitors often find it easiest to approach on foot after leaving a vehicle at the edge of the area.
What a visit is like
- It is a working place of worship, so the visit is best approached with quiet respect for the devotees around you.
- The temple has been rebuilt several times over its history, and the gold-plated dome and spire are the feature most visitors notice first.
- Crowds are common, particularly on religious occasions, so allow time for the walk in and for queuing.
The city around it
Varanasi is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and the temple is part of its dense network of shrines, ghats and lanes. Many visitors combine a stop here with time on the riverside ghats or a walk through the surrounding neighbourhoods, where the rhythm of daily religious life is close at hand.
For current details on visiting, you can call the temple office on +91-542-2392059.
