Kaal Bhairav Mandir, Varanasi

Name: Kaal Bhairav Mandir
Address: Varanasi, India

#29 among attractions in Varanasi

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Kaal Bhairav Mandir is one of the oldest Shiva temples in Varanasi, India. Situated in Bharonath, Vishweshwarganj, this temple has great historical and cultural importance in Hinduism; especially amongst the locals. The temple is dedicated to Bhairava, a fierce form of Shiva and wears a garland of skulls and carries a club of peacock feathers. The word "Kaal" means both "death" and "fate". Kaal Bhairav also means the one whom even death Fears It is believed that even death is afraid of Kaal Bhairav. ()

Completed: XVII centuryCoordinates: 25°19'3"N, 82°58'26"E

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Kaal Bhairav Mandir – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bharat Mata Mandir, Annapurna Devi Mandir, Ratneshwar Mahadev temple, Mrityunjay Mahadev Mandir.

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Bharat Mata Mandir, Varanasi
25 min walk • Bharat Mata Mandir is located on the Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith campus in Varanasi,Uttar Pradesh, India. Instead of traditional statues of gods and goddesses, this temple has a huge map of undivided India carved in marble. This temple is dedicated to Bharat Mata and claims to be the only one of its kind in the world.
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Annapurna Devi Mandir, Varanasi
1 min walk • Annapurna Devi Mandir, also known as Annapurna Mata Mandir and Annapurna Mandir, is one of the most famous Hindu temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great religious importance in Hinduism and is dedicated to the goddess Annapurna. Annapurna is the Hindu goddess for nourishment and is a form of the goddess Parvati.
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Ratneshwar Mahadev temple, Varanasi
1 min walk • Ratneshwar Mahadev Mandir is one of the most photographed temples in the holy city of Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, India. The temple, while apparently well-preserved, leans significantly towards the back side, and its garbhagriha is generally below the water much of the year, except for a few months during the summer.
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Mrityunjay Mahadev Mandir, Varanasi
1 min walk • Ravaneshwar Mandir is one of the most famous temples in the holy city of Varanasi. This temple has great historical and cultural importance in Hinduism.
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Dr Sampurnanda Stadium, Varanasi
21 min walk • Dr Sampurnanand Sports Stadium, nicknamed Sigra Stadium, is located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The stadium is the main stadium in the city where first-class cricket matches are held since 1964 to 2003. Association football club Varanasi City FC use the stadium for home games.

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Which popular attractions are close to Kaal Bhairav Mandir?

Nearby attractions include Mrityunjay Mahadev Mandir, Varanasi (1 min walk), Annapurna Devi Mandir, Varanasi (1 min walk), Ratneshwar Mahadev temple, Varanasi (1 min walk).

How to get to Kaal Bhairav Mandir by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kaal Bhairav Mandir:

Train

Varanasi Junction Railway Station (27 min walk)

Bus

Chaudhari Charan Singh Bus Station (33 min walk)

Kaal Bhairav Mandir, Varanasi

Facts and practical information

Kaal Bhairav Mandir – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Bharat Mata Mandir, Varanasi

Annapurna Devi Mandir, Varanasi

Ratneshwar Mahadev temple, Varanasi

Mrityunjay Mahadev Mandir, Varanasi

Dr Sampurnanda Stadium, Varanasi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kaal Bhairav Mandir?

How to get to Kaal Bhairav Mandir by public transport?