Shri Vishwanath Mandir
Description
Shri Vishwanath Mandir, also known as Birla Temple, New Vishwanath Temple and Vishwanath Mandir is one of the most famous temples and biggest tourist attractions in the holy city of Banaras(Varanasi). The temple is situated in Benaras Hindu University and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Shri Vishwanath Mandir has the tallest temple tower in the whole world.
History
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Mandir was destroyed (and reconstructed) several times, in 1194 by Qutb-ud-din Aibak, between 1447-1458 by Hussain Shah Sharqi and then in 1669 CE by Mughal Emperor Aurangzeb. In the 1930s, Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya planned to replicate Shri Kashi Vishwanath Mandir in the campus of BHU(Benaras Hindu University). In March 1931 the Birla family undertook the construction and foundation.Shri Vishwanath Mandir was finally completed in 1966.
Full Address
Type of Place
Prefered For
- Family
- Friends
- Kids
- Senior Citizen
Transportation
- Varanasi Airport
- Varanasi Railway Station
Important Information
Attraction
- Shri Vishwanath Mandir has the tallest temple tower in the whole world.
- Design of temple was inspired by Shri Kashi Vishwanath Mandir and is made mostly of marble.
Things to Buy
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The Holy Water of Ganga
Banarasi Silk Saris
Crystal and Stone Shivalinga
Gulabi Minakari
Flutes
Hand Knotted Carpets
Stone Carved Curios
Indic Literature
Glass Beads
Wooden Toys
Rudraksha Mala
Bangles and other Accessories
Things to Eat
- Kachori Sabzi
Chena Dahi Vada
Malaiyyo
Choora Matar
Thandai And Lassi
Dahi Chutney Wale Gol Gappe
Laaiya Chana
Baati Chokha
Tamatar Chaat
Things to enjoy
- Near by enjoyable spots--
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Mandir
Benaras Hindu University
Hindu temples in Varanasi