Varanasi

Varanasi was founded by the god Shiva. Locally it is known as Benares or Kashi. The Buddha is believed to have founded Buddhism here around 528 BCE when he gave his first sermon.

Author Mark Twain wrote in 1897 of Varanasi, “Benares is older than history, older than tradition, older even than legend, and looks twice as old as all of them put together.”

Sarnath Temple, Varanasi

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Sarnath is a place located 10 kilometres north-east of Varanasi near the confluence of the Ganges and the Varuna rivers in Uttar Pradesh, India. The deer park inSarnath is where Gautama Buddha first taught the Dhamma, and where the Buddhist Sangha came into existence through the enlightenment of Kondanna. Architecture Legend / Local stories Photo Gallery How … Read more Sarnath Temple, Varanasi

Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Date built: 1780 Deity: Lord shiva Architectural style: Hindu Temple Major festivals Maha Shivaratri Locale: – District:: Varanasi Address:  Lahori Tola, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh 221001 Phone – Kashi Vishvanath Temple is one of the most famous Hindu temples dedicated to Lord Shiva. It is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple stands on the western … Read more Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

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Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, varanasi, Uttar Pradesh Date built: 18th century Deity: Hanuman, Rama Architectural style: – Major festivals – Locale: – District:: varanasi Address: – Phone – Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is a Hindu temple in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India and is dedicated to the Hindu God Hanuman. The temple was established by famous Hindu preacher and … Read more Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple, varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Yagya Varaha Temple, Varanasi

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Yagya Varaha Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Yagya Varaha Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District:: Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Kashi Khand states one Yagya Varaha Teerth where Lord Vishnu is available in the form of Yagya Varaha.Devotees who worship Yagya Varaha attain the benefits which will normally accrue … Read more Yagya Varaha Temple, Varanasi

Vitank Narsimha Temple, Varanasi

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Vitank Narsimha Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Vitank Narsimha Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District:: Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Kashi Khand, in Chapter 61, mentions among other forms of Lord Vishnu, one Vitank Narsimha.Devotees who worship this deity will always be courageous and gain mental strength which is … Read more Vitank Narsimha Temple, Varanasi

Vidar Narsimha Temple, Varanasi

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Vidar Narsimha Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Vidar Narsimha Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District:: Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Lord Vishnu blesses devotees in the form of Vidar Narsimha at the Teerth of the same name.Devotees who worship Vidar Narsimha will see that all their obstacles are removed … Read more Vidar Narsimha Temple, Varanasi

Veer Madhav Temple, Varanasi

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Veer Madhav Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Veer Madhav Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District:: Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Towards the north of Veereshwar, one can find Lord Vishnu in the form of Veer Madhav.A devotee who observes fast and performs Pooja of Veer Madhav will not face … Read more Veer Madhav Temple, Varanasi

Vaman Keshav Temple, Varanasi

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Vaman Keshav Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Vaman Keshav Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District:: Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Lord Vishnu mentions one Vaman Teerth where the Lord is existing in the name of Vaman Keshav.Devotees who take bath in Vaman Teerth and worship Vaman Keshav will receive … Read more Vaman Keshav Temple, Varanasi

Vaikunth Madhav Temple, Varanasi

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Vaikunth Madhav Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Vaikunth Madhav Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District::  Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Towards the east of Vairochaneshwar, Lord Vishnu is present in the form of Vaikunth Madhav.Devotees who worship this Lord with utmost devotion will derive the benefit of worshipping Lord … Read more Vaikunth Madhav Temple, Varanasi

Trivikrama Temple, Varanasi

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Trivikrama Temple, Varanasi Date built: – Deity: Trivikrama Temple Architectural style: Hindu Temple architecture Major festivals – Locale: Varanasi District:: Varanasi Address: – Phone –  Towards the north of Trilochan, Lord Vishnu is present in the form of Trivikrama.Devotees worshipping this Lord will be blessed with Lakshmi and their sins will be cleansed away. By … Read more Trivikrama Temple, Varanasi