Deity
Surya (Khakholkh Aditya)
Solar Deity
श्री खखोल्ख आदित्य
Khakholkh Aditya
Located near Pilpila Teerth, Khakholkh Aditya represents the sky-traversing radiant light of Lord Surya.
Khakholkh Aditya
Khakholkh Aditya
Khakholkh Aditya
Khakholkh Aditya
Khakholkh Aditya
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Dvadasa Aditya (1 of 12)
Solar circuit
Location
Pilpila Teerth, Varanasi
Tirtha • City
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Connected to the Puranic tale of Kadru and Vinata, Khakholkh Aditya signifies the sky-traversing radiant light of Lord Surya. Vinata's son Garuda prayed intensely to the Sun God to overcome the cunning designs of the serpent clan.
Significance
- Khakholkh Aditya is revered among the twelve Adityas for removing planetary afflictions, family disputes, and snake-related doshas. Worship at Pilpila Teerth near this shrine grants truthfulness and clarity.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Pilpila Teerth access
Inquire with local ward priests for precise alley route.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
General Timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Located near Pilpila Teerth in Varanasi.
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Jan–Feb • Annual solar festival
Ratha Saptami
Solar prayers and rituals at Pilpila Teerth.
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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श्री खखोल्ख आदित्य
Khakholkh Aditya
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