About Kaal Bhairav Mandir
Kaal Bhairav is worshipped as the 'Kotwal' (Police Chief or Guardian) of Varanasi. According to Kashi Khanda, anyone visiting Varanasi must pay obeisance to Kaal Bhairav first.
The silver-faced deity is depicted seated on his vehicle, the dog, holding a trident. Devotees receive black threads (ganda) for protection against negative energies.
Highlights
- Kotwal (Guardian) of Kashi
- Silver-Faced Deity
- Black Thread Protection Ritual
Plan your darshan
Kaal Bhairav Mandir: opening, prasad and rituals
Useful planning information gathered for visitors. Temple schedules and rules can change at short notice.
Opening and closure
- Darshan hours
- Darshan windows generally run from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Confirm current timings on festival days.
- When darshan may pause
- General darshan pauses during aarti, bhog offering, and deity shringar. Security checks apply at main entrance.
Prasad and bhog
- Prasad
- Official prasad counters are situated within the temple complex. Always obtain official receipt vouchers where available.
- Bhog
- Ask the temple office about daily bhog timings for Kaal Bhairav (Kotwal of Kashi). General darshan is restricted during bhog windows.
Before you visit
- Electronic items, leather belts, and large bags may need to be stored in footwear/locker counters.
- Modest traditional attire is recommended for sacred sanctum entry.
- Follow temple line discipline and official security instructions.
Verify real-time notices with official trust administration of Kaal Bhairav Mandir.
Ritual itinerary
- 1Nitya Darshan & Aarti of Kaal Bhairav (Kotwal of Kashi)
- 2Special Archana & Abhishekam by temple priests
- 3Prasad distribution at authorised counters