Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
Bhagwan Shiv
By Bhavjot Bhasin
Kashi, or Varanasi, is believed to be the oldest city in the world, where legends and spirituality merge. Discover the city's timeless essence that attracts pilgrims and seekers alike.
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According to the Skanda Purana, Bhagwan Shiv himself declared Kashi as his royal residence. Even during the cosmic dissolution, Shiv never leaves his sacred city.
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The Kashi Vishwanath Temple houses one of the twelve Jyotirlingas, making it a vital spiritual destination. The Jyotirlinga represents Bhagwan Shiv as the supreme, unchanging reality.
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The current structure of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple was built in 1780 by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar, after Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb destroyed the original temple.
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An eternal flame burns continuously in the Kashi Vishwanath Temple, symbolizing the undying presence of Bhagwan Shiv and the unwavering devotion of his followers.
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The temple's design amplifies the sound of mantras and bells, creating powerful spiritual vibrations that resonate through every corner of the holy site.
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Researchers have observed unusual magnetic fields around the temple, leading to various studies that explore the temple's spiritual and scientific significance.
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It is said that Bhagwan Shiv himself whispers the mantra of salvation into the ears of those who die in Kashi, granting them liberation from the cycle of rebirth.
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Experience the temple at its most vibrant during Maha Shivaratri, when devotees gather in immense numbers to honour Bhagwan Shiv in a night-long festival of devotion.
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The Kashi Vishwanath Temple is not just a place of worship but a timeless sanctuary where the divine meets the earthly. It remains a symbol of spiritual endurance and unwavering faith.
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