The Kashi Vishwanath temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and it is said to have initially been built by Sage Parshuram and which was later renovated by Maharani Khaneti, wife of Sudarshan Shah in The present temple was built over the pre-existing ancient altar, in the year A.
Legend is Lord Shiva considers this as his aboard from the second part of the Kaliyuga. Belief is that when Kashi or Varanasi will be submerged under water and Lord Kashi Vishwanath will be shifted to this temple in Uttarkashi.
Lord Shiva is manifest here immersed in deep meditation, showering his blessing upon all humanity. The Shivlingam here is 56 cm in height and has a tilt to the south. In the sanctum sanctorum, there are also Goddess Parvati and Lord Ganesha. Nandi is in outer chamber of the temple.
The image of sakshi gopal and the sage Markandeya are seen represented here as in meditation. Shakti Temple dedicated to Goddess Parvati, is situared just opposite to the Vishwanath temple. The main attraction here is a huge and heavy trishul trident - 6 meters in height and 90 cms at the bottom which was thrown at the devils by Goddess Durga.
Mother Shakti, is found represented here as a giant trishul or trident, which is estimated to be over years old and is regarded as one of the oldest relics of Uttarakhand.
It has Tibetan inscriptions on it indicating extensive Indo-Tibetan culture exchanges during ancient times. The details of Naga Dynasty are found inscribed on the metal trident which is over 26 feet high, kept in front of the main Shiva temple.
Believe it or not: One amazing feature of the trishul is that it cannot be moved with your entire body force but it vibrates the moment you apply pressure with one of your fingers. Pooja in Vishwanath Temple : The deity of this temple, is worshipped all day here. Every evening, visitors are greeted by the sound of bells, and the chanting of mantras by pundits at the puja. Kashi Vishwanath Temple has most religious importance for the worship in the Hindu religion. It is believed that the one who will take bath at least once in the lifetime in the Gange in the holy city Varanasi will get Moksha.
True devotees of the Lord Shiva get freedom from the cycle of the death and birth. After death they directly intermingled into the Mahadev. People beliefs that the one who decided to end their life at the temple, Lord Shiva himself drive a mantra of freedom in his ear. Kashi Vishwanath temple was constructed by the Hari Chandra in the 11 th century. The temple was destroyed and reconstructed many times.
Kashi Vishwanath temple is located at western bank of River Ganges in the holy city Varanasi. Jyotirlinga in the Kashi Vishwanath temple has an extraordinary and exclusive importance in the religious history of India. It attracts devotees from all across the world. The management of the temple was taken under UP Government on 28 th January, A Naubatkhana in front of the temple is constructed by the Collector Mohd.
Ibrahim Khan in The two domes of the temple were covered by the gold offered by the Punjab Kesari Maharaja Ranjeet Singh in And the third dome was gold plated by the Ministry of cultures and Religious affairs of Uttar Pradesh Government. Kashi Vishwanath Temple is located in the Vishwanath Gali and one who want to go to the temple he can go through the Vishwanath Gali. Vishwanath Gali is very popular gali of the Varanasi and famous for ladies corner, shops for the pooja goods and sweets.
One of the most revered temples of Varanasi, Kashi Vishwanath Temple has a great significance in Hindu religion. It is widely believed that a visit to the temple followed by a dip in the holy Ganges is the ultimate way to attain liberation or 'Moksha' and for the same reason it is thronged by devotees throughout the year. Another belief is that Lord Shiva himself whispers the mantras of salvation into the ears of the people who die naturally at the Vishwanath Temple.
The temple is situated only about 5 km away from the Varanasi railway station. If you are commuting from anywhere in the city, the best way to reach your destination is through taxi or an auto rickshaw.
The actual temple is, however, located inside the Vishwanath Gali which is not a motorable road and you will have to walk your way up to the temple threshold. Top Hotels In Varanasi. View All Hotels In Varanasi.
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