🏛️ Heritage & Sightseeing · Varanasi
About Alamgir Mosque (Beni Madhav)
Built by Aurangzeb on the foundations of the original Beni Madhav ki Dargah, combining Mughal and Hindu architectural elements — standing at the highest point of Panchganga Ghat with extraordinary views.
The panoramic views of the Ganga and the ghats from here are extraordinary — visit at sunrise
What to Know
Visitor Information
Duration
30–45 minutes
Timings
Daylight hours (avoid prayer times)
Entry Fee
Free
Location
Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Best Season
Oct – Mar
Languages
Hindi · English (guides available)
Getting There
How to Reach Alamgir Mosque (Beni Madhav)
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By Air
Fly to Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport (VNS), 26 km from Varanasi city. VisitKashi arranges airport pickup.
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By Train
Varanasi Junction (BSB) or Manduadih (MUV) — well connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata. VisitKashi provides station transfers.
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Local Transport
Auto-rickshaws, e-rickshaws and VisitKashi cabs are the best way to reach the ghats and temple areas within the city.
Quick Info
Duration
30–45 minutes
Timings
Daylight hours (avoid prayer times)
Entry Fee
Free
Best Time
Oct – Mar
VisitKashi Rating
4.8 / 5.0
Category
🏛️ Heritage & Sightseeing
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