The ritual bathing of the Shivling with milk, water, honey and other offerings while Pandits chant the Rudri (Sri Rudram), one of the most loved Shiva pujas.
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Varanasi · Kashi · Banaras
Kaal Bhairav Puja in Varanasi
In Varanasi, Kaal Bhairav is revered as the Kotwal, the guardian of Kashi, and devotees traditionally seek his blessing when they arrive in the city or before leaving it. A Kaal Bhairav puja at home or at your hotel includes Bhairav mantra jaap, offerings and aarti.
Families also hold the puja on Kalashtami, the monthly Ashtami of the waning moon, and on Bhairav Ashtami, which is observed with special devotion in Kashi.
ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्।
उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय माऽमृतात्॥
Oṁ tryambakaṁ yajāmahe sugandhiṁ puṣṭivardhanam, urvārukam iva bandhanān mṛtyor mukṣīya mā'mṛtāt.
Why Varanasi
Why families choose Varanasi for Kaal Bhairav Puja
The Kaal Bhairav temple in Varanasi is one of the most visited shrines in the city, and the belief that Bhairav watches over everyone in Kashi runs deep. For many visitors, a puja to Kaal Bhairav completes their pilgrimage.
Local Pandits know the Bhairav worship practised in Kashi, including the offerings families traditionally make, and can guide visitors on how it fits with their other rituals in the city.
Local traditions & timing
- Sundays and Tuesdays, Kalashtami and Bhairav Ashtami are the busiest days around the temple.
- The lanes around the Kaal Bhairav temple are narrow and crowded; a puja at your hotel may be more comfortable.
- PujaKarma is not affiliated with the Kaal Bhairav temple and does not arrange temple rituals or entry.
Where it's performed
- Your hotel or guest house in Varanasi
- Your home in the city
- Online sankalp with a Varanasi Pandit
Planning tips
- Visitors often schedule the puja on arrival or on the last day of their stay.
- Share your name, gotra and the intention for the puja when you enquire.
- Keep mustard oil, black til, flowers and sweets ready, or ask for samagri.
About Kaal Bhairav Puja
Worship of Kaal Bhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva revered in Varanasi as the Kotwal of Kashi, traditionally offered for protection and discipline.
Duration
1 to 2 hours
Pricing
On enquiry
Online option
Available
Kaal Bhairav Puja in Varanasi: FAQs
Why do people worship Kaal Bhairav in Varanasi?
Kaal Bhairav is traditionally regarded as the guardian of Kashi, and many devotees seek his blessing when they arrive in or leave the city.
Can the puja be done inside the Kaal Bhairav temple through PujaKarma?
No. We are not affiliated with the temple. We arrange a Pandit for a Kaal Bhairav puja at your hotel, home or another suitable place.
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