Deity
Bhairav (Ruru / Anand)
Guardian Deity
श्री रुरु भैरव
Ruru Bhairav
Known locally as Anand Bhairav, Ruru Bhairav is located at Hanuman Ghat near Harishchandra Ghat cremation grounds.
Ruru Bhairav
Ruru Bhairav
Ruru Bhairav
Ruru Bhairav
Ruru Bhairav
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Ashta Bhairav (1 of 8)
Eight Bhairavas
Location
B.4/16, Hanuman Ghat, Varanasi
Ghat • City
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Ruru Bhairav, also called Anand Bhairav by locals, is located at B.4/16, Hanuman Ghat, near Harishchandra Ghat cremation ground. He brings spiritual bliss and tranquility.
Significance
- Ruru Bhairav provides peace of mind, freedom from anxiety regarding mortality, and spiritual contentment to pilgrims visiting the cremation ghats.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Walk towards Hanuman Temple
Walk from Hanuman Ghat main road towards the Hanuman Temple.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
General Timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Situated near Hanuman Ghat and Harishchandra Ghat.
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Nov–Dec • Annual festival
Bhairav Ashtami
Special night worship at Hanuman Ghat.
Temple Knowledge
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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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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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