Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi

Kashi Vishwanath Jyotirlinga on the banks of the Ganga, with the ghats, the evening Ganga aarti and a sunrise boat ride. Sarnath, where the Buddha gave his first sermon, is about 10 km away.

Plan this pilgrimage (3 days)Official booking site ↗

Best time to go

October to March. Summers are very hot; the river runs high in the monsoon and boats may stop.

Festivals (expect crowds)

Darshan & practical tips

Timings, dress codes and booking rules change — confirm on the official temple or trust site before you travel.

How to reach Varanasi

Suggested 3-day plan

  1. Day 1: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Ji Temple, BHU Campus (Varanasi) → Shri Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, (Varanasi) → Shri Satyanarayan Tulsi Manas Temple, (Varanasi)
  2. Day 2: Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Ganga Dwar → Shri Kaal Bhairav Temple, (Varanasi) → Shri Mahamrityunjay Mahadev Temple, (Varanasi)
  3. Day 3: Chet Singh Ghat, (Varanasi) → Assi Ghat Varanasi → Ramnagar Fort

Make it my trip — add stays, trains and tripmates

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Frequently asked

What is the best time to visit Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi?

October to March. Summers are very hot; the river runs high in the monsoon and boats may stop.

How do I reach Varanasi?

By train: Varanasi Jn (BSB), 4 km; Kashi (KEI), 3 km; Varanasi City (BCY), 3 km. By air: Varanasi (VNS), 27 km; Allahabad (IXD), 161 km. By road from Prayagraj (~147 km), Gorakhpur (~207 km), Ayodhya (~229 km).

How many days do I need for Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi?

Plan 3 days to include darshan and the main places nearby; add a day around festivals and weekends.

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