Among the countless holy sites of Kashi, Lolark Kund holds a special place. Known as the “Sun Tank of Varanasi,” this sacred water reservoir is dedicated to Lord Surya (the Sun God) and is believed to grant blessings of health,...

Nestled in the sacred city of Varanasi, Pishach Mochan Kund is a spiritually powerful Tirtha revered for its ability to free departed souls from sins and grant peace to ancestors. Mentioned in the Kashi Khand of the Skanda Purana, this...

According to Puranic texts, when arrogance and demonic forces spread across the world, Lord Shiva took the fierce form of Bhairava to restore dharma. To make this intense energy accessible, Shiva manifested a gentler, child-like form known as Batuk Bhairav,...

The temple holds a remarkable legend. During ancient times, Lord Dhanvantari, the celestial healer, emerged from the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan) carrying the nectar of immortality. He established a holy well (Koop) near this temple, infusing it with...

According to Kashi Khanda, Goddess Parvati herself meditated at this sacred spot to merge with Lord Shiva in the Ardhanarishwara form. The original Kedareshwar Shivlinga is believed to have emerged naturally (Swayambhu) and is older than the famed Kedarnath Jyotirlinga.

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According to local lore and Skanda Purana, this temple dates back to the era of King Harishchandra. When he faced a severe personal crisis, Maa Sankata appeared and guided him through it, hence earning the name Sankata Devi (Goddess of...

As per Skanda Purana, when the divine city of Kashi was blessed by Lord Vishnu, he appointed Maa Laxmi as the presiding energy of prosperity in this holy land. The Maha Laxmi Temple is believed to be established by ancient...

According to Devi Bhagwat Purana, Maa Sheetla emerged from the divine fire of Shiva’s anger to destroy disease and pestilence. When humanity suffered from smallpox and fevers, she appeared as a calm, compassionate mother, carrying a cooling pot of healing...

According to Skanda Purana, when Lord Brahma grew egoistic, Lord Shiva appeared as Kaal Bhairav and removed one of Brahma’s five heads to humble his pride. As a result, Kaal Bhairav carried the sin of Brahma Hatya and wandered till...