Birla Mandir, also
known as Laxmi Narayan Temple, was built in 1938 by BD Birla, a prominent
industrialist. The temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and his consort, Goddess
Lakshmi. It is believed that about 101 skilled pandits from Benaras, led
by Acharya Vishvanath Shastri, carved the idols here. The temple was
inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi on condition that it would not bar people on the
basis of caste, creed and religion.
Flanked by a pool and
picturesque gardens, the temple architecturally resembles the Hindu temples in
Orissa. Miniature rock temples dot the temple complex, while its interiors are
embellished with carvings that depict scenes from various mythologies. Numerous
Hindu symbols and quotes from the Bhagavad Gita and the Upanishads beautify the
temple walls.
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To the north of the
temple
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stands Geeta
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Bhavan,
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an
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exhibition
hall-cum-shrine
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Near
Gole Market, Mandir Marg,
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dedicated
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to Lord Krishna.
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Connaught Place
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Nearest
Metro Station: RK
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Also within the complex
is a
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Ashram Marg
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Buddha Temple,
adorned by
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Timings: 6am to
10pm (best to
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several murals that
explain
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visit
during morning and evening
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both his
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life
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and
work.
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aarti)
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Devotees throng the
temple
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Entry:
Free
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Days
Closed: None
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during
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Janmashtami,
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a
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Photography:
Not allowed in
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festival
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celebrated
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to
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prayer hall
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