Deity
Bhairav (Samhar)
Guardian Deity
श्री संहार भैरव
Samhar Bhairav
Described in Chapter 69 of Kashi Khanda, Samhar Bhairav is located at Patan Darwaja near Gai Ghat.
Samhar Bhairav
Samhar Bhairav
Samhar Bhairav
Samhar Bhairav
Samhar Bhairav
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Ashta Bhairav (1 of 8)
Eight Bhairavas
Location
A.1/82, Patan Darwaja (Gai Ghat), Varanasi
Northern Zone
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Reference to Samhar Bhairav appears in Chapter 69 of Kashi Khanda. Samhar Bhairav arrived from Bhairav Kshetra to annihilate the sins of devotees who worship Him at A.1/82, Patan Darwaja near Gai Ghat.
Significance
- Samhar Bhairav is worshiped for the total destruction of accumulated sins, granting spiritual liberation and defense against karmic retribution.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Located near Gai Ghat
Situated in northern Kashi near Patan Darwaja.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
General Timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Located at Patan Darwaja near Gai Ghat.
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Nov–Dec • Annual festival
Bhairav Ashtami
Special night worship at Gai Ghat ward.
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 संहार भैरव
Samhar Bhairav
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