Madhava
Vaikuntha Madhava
Near Harishchandreshwar · CK 7/165
History & traditions
The heritage listing places this Madhava form near Harishchandreshwar in the old riverfront lanes. Ask for Vaikuntha Madhava using the house code.
Deity & sacred image
- Deity or sacred figure
- Vishnu in the form listed as Vaikuntha Madhava
- Idol or shrine image
- The sources identify the deity. The image’s appearance and material are unconfirmed.
PILGRIMAGE CONTEXT
Madhava
Madhava is a name of Vishnu. In the Kashi Khanda, Bindu Madhava describes to Agnibindu forms of Vishnu associated with particular tirthas, or sacred sites. Their names may preserve a connection to a ghat, well or old bathing place, while the present worship site can be inside a different host shrine.