Temple📍 Durgakund, Varanasi
Durga Temple
18th-Century Red Sandstone Nagara Sanctuary
Dedicated to Goddess Durga, this iconic 18th-century temple was commissioned by a Bengali Maharani. Built in vibrant ochre-red stone reflecting the classic multi-tiered Nagara architectural style, the sanctuary adjoins the historic Durga Kund rectangular reservoir. Popularly known as the Monkey Temple among international travelers, the shrine is a vibrant center of Shakti worship.
📍 Ubicación
Durgakund, Varanasi
⏰ Horarios
5:00 AM – 11:00 PM daily
💰 Entrada
Free
Consejos útiles
- →Be attentive around resident macaques; secure small items, glasses, food, and bags.
- →The temple is vibrant during the Navratri festivals when sacred lamps and red hibiscus flowers adorn the altar.
- →Walk along the stone steps of Durga Kund to view the striking reflection of the multi-spired red temple.
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