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KASHI VISHWANATH TEMPLE

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Kashi Vishwanath, a manifestation of Lord Shiva, is the patron deity of Varanasi. The idol is a jyotirlinga, one of the 12 jyotirlingas in India. The Kashi Vishwanath temple has been built and re-built several times over the past few centuries. The present temple was built in the 18th century by Rani Ahalyabai Holkar of Indore after Mughal emperor Aurangzeb destroyed the previous temple and built a mosque at the site (now adjacent to it). The temple get its name from Kashi, which is another name for Varanasi.

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The Kashi Vishwanath temple is one of the most popular Hindu pilgrim centers of India. It also finds a mention in old religious texts like the Skanda Purana. The aarti held at this temple is one of the most majestic experiences you can have on a trip to India.

BEST TIME TO VISIT VARANASI

The average minimum and maximum temperature of Varanasi is as given below. The best time to visit Varanasi is also specified.

MONTH BEST TIME MIN. TEMP (°C)MAX. TEMP (°C)
JanuaryBest time1318
FebruaryBest time1319
MarchBest time1320
April2027
May1922
June2020
July1620
August1323
September1820
OctoberBest time2429
NovemberBest time1921
DecemberBest time1722
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