Fact
Urban shrine location: B.2/17, Mahishasurmardini or Chamunda Devi temple premises.
श्री कर्धमेश्वर
Kardhameshwar
A Lolark-area shrine in the Chamunda Devi precinct, distinct in the local record from the better-known Panchakroshi-route Kardameshwar temple at Kandwa.
Kardhameshwar
Kardhameshwar
Kardhameshwar
Kardhameshwar
Kardhameshwar
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Fact
Kashi Khand places it between Ark Vinayak and Durga Devi.
Fact
The source separately notes another Kardameshwar temple at Kandwa on the Panchakroshi route.
Fact
Evening aarti around 07:00 to 07:30 p.m. is specially noted.
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Kashi Khand places this linga in the Lolark-Durga sector of Kashi. The Varanasi Temples page also notes a separate, architecturally significant Kardameshwar temple at Kandwa, but treats the present entry as the shrine in the Chamunda Devi premises.
Significance
- Worship is said to fulfil wishes and attract Shiva's blessing. The shrine's importance is strengthened by its placement within the Ark Vinayak-Durga sacred zone.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Dress code
Wear respectful attire and follow footwear instructions at entry points.
Darshan planning
Weekday mornings are usually calmer than weekend peak windows.
Temple etiquette
Follow local volunteer instructions and avoid restricted areas for photography.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
05:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 05:00 p.m. to 09:00 p.m.
Morning and evening aarti are held; the evening aarti is specifically recommended in the source.
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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Kardhameshwar
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