Deity
Goddess Katyayani
Main deity
श्री कात्यायनी देवी
Katyayani
Katyayani Temple, situated within the Atma Vereshwar complex in Chowk, Varanasi, honors the warrior sixth form of Navadurga celebrated in Kashi Khand.
Katyayani
Katyayani
Katyayani
Katyayani
Katyayani
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Navadurga (6th Form)
Primary tag
Location
Chowk, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
City • District • State
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Referenced in Chapter 82 of the Kashi Khand, Goddess Katyayani manifested during the reign of King Amitrajit. The legend records how Narada Muni guided the king and devotees toward undivided devotion to Lord Vishnu and the Supreme Goddess. Her sanctuary inside the Atma Vereshwar complex has been preserved across ages.
Significance
- Katyayani is worshipped on the sixth night of Navratri as the warrior form of Goddess Durga. She is especially revered by unmarried women seeking suitable life partners and devotees desiring righteousness. Worshipping her bestows strength, courage, and ultimate spiritual well-being.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Finding the shrine
Located inside the Atma Vereshwar temple premises near Chowk lane.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Mar–Apr / Sep–Oct • 1 Day
Navratri Shashti
Special worship on the sixth day of Navratri.
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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