Pishach Mochan Temple (पिशाच मोचन मंदिर)
🛕 Pishach Mochan, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
About the Temple & History
About Pishach Mochan Temple
Pishach Mochan Temple is an ancient and highly revered Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva, located in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The temple is famous for the sacred Pishach Mochan Kund and is regarded as one of the holiest places in Kashi for performing rituals related to ancestors and liberation from negative karmic influences. Devotees visit this temple to seek the blessings of Lord Shiva for peace, purification, protection, and freedom from evil influences.
Religious Significance
According to Hindu scriptures and local traditions, Lord Shiva granted liberation to spirits and souls suffering from negative karmas at this sacred place, giving the temple its name "Pishach Mochan", meaning "the one who frees from evil spirits." The temple is especially significant for performing Pind Daan, Shraddha, and Tarpan rituals for ancestors. Devotees believe that worshipping here removes doshas, negative energies, and obstacles while bringing spiritual peace and divine blessings.
Temple Architecture
The temple reflects traditional Kashi temple architecture with a sacred Shiva Lingam enshrined in the sanctum. Adjacent to the temple is the ancient Pishach Mochan Kund, where devotees perform holy rituals and prayers. The serene atmosphere makes it an ideal place for meditation, worship, and ancestral ceremonies.
Major Festivals
- Mahashivratri – Celebrated with grand Rudrabhishek, special pujas, and devotional programs.
- Pitru Paksha – Thousands of devotees perform Shraddha and Pind Daan rituals for their ancestors.
- Shravan Month – Special Shiva worship and Abhishek are performed throughout the holy month.
- Pradosh Vrat – Devotees offer special prayers to Lord Shiva.
How to Reach
- By Air: Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi, is approximately 25 km from the temple.
- By Train: Varanasi Junction and Kashi Railway Station are the nearest railway stations.
- By Road: The temple is easily accessible by taxis, auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws, and local buses from all parts of Varanasi.
Nearby Attractions
- Kashi Vishwanath Temple
- Kal Bhairav Temple
- Maha Mrityunjay Temple
- Manikarnika Ghat
- Dashashwamedh Ghat
- Durga Kund Temple
- Sarnath
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Pishach Mochan Temple is from October to March. Visiting during Mahashivratri, Pitru Paksha, and the holy month of Shravan offers a spiritually enriching experience with special rituals and prayers.
Daily Puja & Aarti Schedule
The temple hosts multiple daily aartis and bhog rituals. Booking details for these special Pujas can be found in the sidebar or under the puja section.
Mangala Aarti
Performed at dawn to awaken the deityBhog Aarti
Midday offering of seasonal fruits and cooked prasadsSandhya Aarti
Sunset lamp lighting ceremony with damru & drums chantsShayan Aarti
Night resting prayers, temple gates closingPujas at this Temple
Book virtual Pujas performed by native temple priests under your Gotra.
Offerings at this Temple
Send physical offerings like flowers, vastra, or sweets directly to the shrine.
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