Kashi Vishwanath, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh

Stacked away at the west waterfront of the holy Ganges, the Kashi Vishwanath Temple is one of the most revered Jyotirlingas and dedicated to Lord Shiva or Vishwanatha, meaning – ‘the ruler of the universe.’ Built-in 1780 by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar – the shape is quadrangle and embellished with intricate carvings. The temple is composed of two domes and a spiral made in Gold, while the Shivling - made of black stone is enshrined in a silver colour altar. The temple complex also has wisdom well called ‘Jnana Vapi.’ In Varanasi, you could visit the Asi Ghat and witness the serene Ganga Aarti at the Dashashwamedh Ghat.