Adi Keshav Temple
About Adi Keshav Temple
Adi Keshav Temple stands as a venerable shrine dedicated to Lord Vishnu (Keshava) at the confluence of the Ganga and Varuna rivers in Varanasi. According to tradition, this is the sacred site where Lord Vishnu first placed his feet upon earth during his incarnation in Kashi, earning it the name Padodak (footwater). The temple has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times throughout history; it was reconstructed by the king of Garhwal after destruction in 1194 AD, and again rebuilt in 1807 AD by the Diwan of Gwalior King Scindia following Mughal-era destruction. The temple's architecture distinctively follows the Kathmandu style, making it architecturally unique among nearby temples built in traditional Indian styles. The shrine is mentioned in the Vedeshwara Ghadavala Inscription, attesting to its ancient origins, and devotees believe it to be over 4,000 years old based on traditional accounts.
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