SWARLEENESHWAR

Out of various Yatras prescribed for Kashi Devotees, Swarleeneshwar Ling forms a part of third Fourteen Ling Yatras.  (Kashi Khand, Chapter 100).  It is mentioned that devotees should take bath in Varuna River, have darshan of Shaileshwar, then take bath in Varuna Ganga Sangam (Confluence), have darshan of Sangameshwar.

After the above rituals, they are advised to take bath in Swarleen Teerth (Pond) and have darshan of Swarleeneshwar.

 

Swarlineshwar

Swarlineshwar

In Kashi Khand, Chapter 33, Swarleeneshwar Ling is described where Lord Shiva has become immersed in this Ling to fulfil  the desires of his devotees.

LOCATION OF THE TEMPLE

The temple is located at A-11/30, Naya Mahadev, Panchagni Akhada, Rajghat.  It is approachable by Road where devotees can travel upto Prahlad Ghat Chauraha by Rickshaw and then on foot. Alternatively, they can take a boat ride upto Rajghat (Panchagni Akhada Ghat) and climb the steps.

 

TYPES OF POOJAS

The temple is open from 06.00 a.m to 9.00 p.m.   Aarties are performed at 07.00 p.m. Abhishek is done by Ganga Jal.

POOJARIS OF THE TEMPLE

Shri Shankaranand is the poojari of the temple. 

Temple Details
  • A. Introduction
  • About Kashi Khand
  • Kashi Yatra performed by South Indians
  • SHIV LINGS IN KASHI WORSHIPPED AS JYOTIRLINGS
  • Importance of immersion of mortal remains (Asthi) in Ganga