What is the best time to visit Kashi (Varanasi)?

October to March is ideal — cool weather, Dev Deepawali (November) and Maha Shivratri (February/March). Avoid May–June heat.

How do I book a pandit for puja in Varanasi?

Visit the Kashi Companion page and choose your puja type, time slot and language. Confirmation is instant via WhatsApp.

What is Annadanam seva in Kashi?

Annadanam is the sacred act of feeding sadhus and pilgrims. Choose a tithi (Amavasya, Ekadashi), pick 11/21/51/108 sadhus and add your family Sankalpa. A video confirmation is sent on WhatsApp.

Are there multilingual guides in Varanasi?

Yes, KashiGuide provides multilingual guides in English, Japanese, Russian, German, and more. Book through the Foreigner Services page.

How do I arrange poojas at ancient Kashi temples?

We can help arrange free poojas at various ancient temples in Kashi. Just book a local guide via our Companion page.

What accommodation options are available near Varanasi ghats?

We offer Ashram single rooms (₹800/night), family suites (₹3,500/night), pilgrim dormitories (₹300/bed), and heritage haveli rooms with Ganga view (₹5,500/night).

Kashi Teertha Kshetra · 7 Protective Avaranas

233+ Sacred Temples & 84 Ghats of Kashi

Explore 233+ consecrated temples across the 7 cosmic mandalas of Varanasi. Track your darshan with the Devotee Yatra Passport, view Bhog timings, and access verified pedestrian walking routes.

Kashi Teertha Kshetra · Sacred Shrines

Sacred Temples, Shrines & 84 Ghats

Explore 233+ consecrated temples across the 7 protective Avaranas of Kashi with verified pedestrian walking routes, Bhog timings, and sacred offerings.

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Track your sacred darshan across Kashi's 233 shrines. Tap "Mark as Visited" on any shrine card.

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🔱Need On-Ground Pilgrimage Guidance or a Personal Vedic Companion?

Kashi's narrow alleyways are impossible for vehicles and confusing for first-time pilgrims. Hire a verified Kashi Mitra Companion (₹1499/half-day) to meet you at the drop point, guide you through the galis, coordinate authentic puja samagri, and arrange senior wheelchair/rickshaw mobility (+₹500). Or get the Digital Gali Route Pass (₹199).