Prahladeshwar Mahadev Temple Varanasi

Prahladeshwar

Goddess Parvati prayed to Lord Shiva to describe the various Tirthas (sacred ponds/lakes) and deities of Kashi. Lord Shiva told him that all the Linga Tirthas are blessed with divine powers.

According to Lord Shiva, there is a Swayambhu Linga in the vicinity of Prahladeshwar, Swarlineshwar. Devotees who worship Prahladeshwar receive abundant blessings from Lord Shiva. (Kashi Volume, Chapter 97)

temple location

Prahladeshwar is situated at A-10/80 Prahlad Ghat. Devotees can reach this place by cycle rickshaw to Prahlad Ghat intersection and by walking. Alternatively they can take a boat ride to reach Prahlad Ghat and climb the stairs. The temple is located just above the stairs.

types of worship

The temple is open from 6 am to 10 am and from 6 pm to 9 pm. Time is extremely flexible.