Kashi Vishwanath Temple

Hindu temple in Varanasi, India, dedicated to Lord Shiva.

Overview

Rebuilt in 1780 by Ahilya Bai Holkar, it is a key pilgrimage site.

Design Features

Features shikhara spires, stone construction, and intricate carvings.

Architectural Connections

• South Asian: Indian religious context.
• Religious: Hindu temple.
• Medieval: 18th-century reconstruction.

Influence and Legacy

Influences Nagara temple architecture, a cultural landmark.

Related Architects & Works

Chola Craftsmen (related architect), Gangaikonda Cholapuram (related building), Shikhara (element), Medieval (period)