New Vishwanath Temple, BHU
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
The New Vishwanath Temple stands on the campus of Banaras Hindu University (BHU), a tall white and pink marble temple dedicated to Shiva. It was built in the 20th century in the form of the Kashi Vishwanath Temple and is open to people of all backgrounds. The grounds are green and quiet, and its spire is one of the best-known sights of the university.
What to see and do
- See the tall marble temple and its carved spire
- Have darshan of Shiva in the main shrine
- Walk through the temple gardens and the university grounds
- Read the verses of the Bhagavad Gita on the walls, if you wish
Ideal for
- Visitors who want a quiet, clean temple
- Families and elders
- Anyone who enjoys a campus setting
Good to know
- Timings are not confirmed, so check locally
- It is on the BHU campus, so your driver may need to use the gate pass
- Dress modestly, and leave shoes at the entrance
- It is a good alternative if the main Kashi Vishwanath queue is long
- Allow about 45 minutes
Spiritual significance
The temple was built so that everyone, whatever their background, could worship at a Vishwanath temple. Its calm grounds make a good pause in a busy Varanasi trip.
Why it matters
- A modern Vishwanath temple: inspired by the great temple of Kashi
- Open to all: a place of worship for every visitor
- A quiet campus setting: greener and calmer than the old city