Deity
Surya (Arun Aditya)
Solar Deity
श्री अरुण आदित्य
Arun Aditya
Arun Aditya is one of the sacred twelve solar shrines (Dvadasa Adityas) in Varanasi, established by Aruna, charioteer of the Sun God, to liberate his mother Vinata.
Arun Aditya
Arun Aditya
Arun Aditya
Arun Aditya
Arun Aditya
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Dvadasa Aditya (1 of 12)
Solar circuit
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
City • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- According to the Kashi Khanda, Aruna, charioteer of Lord Surya and son of Vinata, performed penance in Kashi to liberate his mother from servitude to Kadru. Lord Surya manifested at this spot to grant his prayer and bless devotees.
Significance
- Arun Aditya is revered among the Dvadasa Adityas in Varanasi. Worshipping this deity liberates devotees from bondages, legal entanglements, and servitude while bestowing health and vitality.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Plan around approximate hours
Recorded hours are 06:00–12:00 and 17:00–21:00. Confirm locally with ward priests.
Combine with solar circuit
Plan visits along the twelve Aditya shrines across Varanasi.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
General Timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Open daily for darshan.
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Jan–Feb • Annual solar festival
Ratha Saptami
Celebrated as Surya Jayanti with special morning prayers and solar offerings.
Weekly • Weekly observance
Ravivar Vrata
Sundays are observed with special solar rituals and water offerings.
Temple Knowledge
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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Arun Aditya
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