Book Rudra Abhishek Pooja in Varanasi
- krittivaseshwar Temple
₹11,999
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Experience a powerful Vedic ritual at one of Kashi’s oldest and most spiritually charged Shiva temples, Kritivaseshwar Mandir.
₹11,999
Starting at
3-5 Hours
covered
Private
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Performing Rudra Abhishek in Varanasi is more than a ritual it is an act of deep surrender to Lord Shiva in his eternal city. This sacred Vedic ceremony is performed at Kritivaseshwar Temple, one of the oldest surviving shrines in Kashi, mentioned in the Kashi Khand of Skanda Purana.
The temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva in his form as Krithivaseshwar, “the one who wears the skin of time,” representing timeless cosmic energy. Considered highly powerful for spiritual purification, health, prosperity, and inner peace, this ritual involves chanting of Rudram from the Yajurveda while sacred offerings are made on the Shivling.
Whether you seek blessings for yourself, your family, or to honour ancestors, this guided experience ensures the ritual is conducted authentically with personal care, all arrangements in place, and deep spiritual context provided.
Performed at Kritivaseshwar Temple, one of Kashi’s ancient and lesser-known yet powerful temples
Led by authentic, Sanskrit-speaking priests
Vedic chanting of Rudram and Chamakam in a spiritually potent atmosphere
Ideal for those seeking peace, healing, or ancestral blessings
Full Rudra Abhishek Pooja performed by a qualified Vedic priest
All puja samagri (milk, ghee, flowers, etc.)
Personalised Sankalp with your details
Local coordinator to guide you throughout
Prasad and sacred takeaway items
Pickup/Drop from your hotel (can be arranged on request)
Video or photo documentation (available only on special request where allowed)
Entry to other temples nearby (this booking is exclusive to the Rudra Abhishek only)
Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to settle in before the puja begins.
Dress modestly (preferably in Indian attire) and avoid leather items.
The temple is in a peaceful locality, accessible via rickshaw or on foot.
No prior knowledge of rituals is needed our coordinator will assist you throughout.
Rudra Abhishek is a powerful Vedic ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva, where sacred offerings like milk, honey, ghee, water, and bilva leaves are poured over the Shivling while chanting Vedic mantras, especially from the Rudram Chamakam. It is believed to bring peace, prosperity, and protection from negative energies.
It is typically performed at important Shiva temples such as Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Kardameshwar Mahadev, or other ancient shrines in the city. You can choose the temple based on crowd levels, timing, and tradition.
The entire Rudra Abhishek ritual usually takes 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the format (basic or elaborate) and the temple.
Traditional Indian attire is preferred. Men can wear dhoti or kurta-pajama, and women can wear saree or salwar kameez. Avoid wearing black, and dress modestly as you’ll be entering a sacred space.
No. All essential pooja samagri (items) will be arranged by the priest or the organizing team if you’ve booked in advance.
Yes, you can actively participate in the ritual. The priest will guide you through the offerings and mantras.
It is most auspicious when performed in the early morning hours (Brahma Muhurat), but it can also be done during other times of the day based on temple schedules.
Yes, it’s highly recommended to book in advance, especially during the Shravan month, Mondays, or Shivratri, when temple crowds are high.
Yes. You can perform Rudra Abhishek on behalf of family members or loved ones. The priest will take their names and gotra during the sankalp (intent declaration).
Prices vary depending on the temple, scale of the ritual, and number of priests involved. On average, it may range between ₹1,100 to ₹25,000. Premium rituals with elaborate setups may cost more.
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