1. History:
The temple’s origins date back to ancient times, with records mentioning it as early as the Puranas.
It was destroyed and rebuilt multiple times due to invasions; the current structure was constructed in 1780 by Queen Ahilyabai Holkar of Indore.
Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the ruler of Punjab, donated about a ton of gold to cover the temple’s spire, giving it its iconic golden appearance.
2. Architecture:
The temple has a modest architecture with a gold-plated spire and dome.
Its main deity, Shiva Lingam, is housed in a silver altar inside the sanctum, symbolizing Lord Shiva.
The temple complex also includes smaller shrines dedicated to other gods and goddesses.
3. Significance:
It is believed that a visit to the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and a dip in the Ganges River purify one’s soul and bring liberation (moksha).
The temple attracts millions of devotees annually, especially during festivals like Maha Shivaratri.
