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Kashi Vishwanath Temple: Complete Darshan Guide
Kashi Vishwanath in Varanasi is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas. Since the Kashi Vishwanath Dham corridor opened in December 2021, the temple connects directly to the Ganga ghats.
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Quick answer
General darshan is free and runs from about 4 am to 11 pm with breaks for aartis. Sugam Darshan (₹250) and aarti tickets (Mangala Aarti ₹500, other aartis ₹300) are booked on the temple trust's official website. Mobile phones are not allowed inside; free lockers come with Sugam Darshan.
Key facts
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Deity | Lord Shiva as Vishwanath (Lord of the Universe) |
| Significance | One of the 12 Jyotirlingas |
| Location | Vishwanath Gali, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh |
| Managed by | Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust, set up by the UP government in 1983 |
| Corridor | Kashi Vishwanath Dham, inaugurated 13 December 2021, links the temple to the Ganga |
| Helpline | +91 6393 131 608 (temple trust) |
Darshan options
| Option | Cost | Booking |
|---|---|---|
| General darshan | Free | Queue at the gate |
| Sugam Darshan | ₹250 | Official website; queue-less, with an escort, free locker and prasad |
| Mangala Aarti (3–4 am) | ₹500 | Official website, in advance |
| Bhog, Saptarishi, Shringar aartis | ₹300 each | Official website |
| Shayan Aarti (10:30–11 pm) | Free |
Before you go
- Leave phones, cameras and leather items at a locker or your hotel.
- Dress modestly; there is no strict dress code for general darshan.
- Book Mangala Aarti well ahead; it sells out on festival days and in Shravan.
- Use only the official website or app for tickets.
Book travel to Varanasi
Fix your darshan first, then book the journey with buffer on both sides.
Frequently asked questions
Is Kashi Vishwanath darshan free?
Yes, general darshan is free. Sugam Darshan (₹250) and aarti tickets are optional paid services.
How do I book Kashi Vishwanath Mangala Aarti?
On the temple trust's official website, shrikashivishwanath.org. The ticket costs ₹500.
Are mobile phones allowed in Kashi Vishwanath temple?
No. Phones and electronic gadgets are not permitted inside.
Sources
- Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple Trust (official)
- Kashi Vishwanath timings and darshan guide, Aug 2026 (Thomas Cook)
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple (Wikipedia)
Checked 6 Oct 2026. Rules can change; confirm with the official source before you travel.