Laxmi Narayan Temple

Built in the honour of the Hindu Goddess Lakshmi, Laxmi Narayan Temple is an impressive temples in Delhi. It is among the most visited temples that is built by Mr. B.D. Birla of Birla Group of Industries. Therefore, it is popularly referred as Birla Temple. Situated on the happening location of Connaught Circle, it lies on the Mandir Marg in Delhi.

This is the first temple built by Birlas across the nation. Even the temple also receives the funds to support from Birla family till date. Mahatma Gandhi, the father of nation inaugurated this temple in 1939.

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Dedicated to Lord Vishnu with his consort Goddess Lakshmi, the temple boasts of an impressive architecture. It is mainly based on Orissan Style of constructions as well as decorations. The temple houses tall spires, built of red sandstone. The tallest spire of the temple stretches to the height of 165 feet, whereas the extra spires expand to 116 feet. The remarkable structure of the temple encompasses sculptures, Jali work and tall spires and.

Besides the idol of presiding deity, the temple also houses impressive idols of Lord Shiva, Lord Rama, Lord Hanuman, Lord Ganesha and Goddess Durga. The hall of the temple, 'Geeta Bhavan' exhibits fascinating paintings, based on Indian mythology.

There is an another temples in the premises that is dedicated to Buddha and houses paintings that reflect his life and preaching. The whole complex including the walls and the upper gallery exhibits outstanding artwork done by artists from Jaipur in Rajasthan.

With an addition of artificial mountain landscape with waterfalls and fountains, the temple holds visitors' attention.

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Admire the beauty of the three-storied structure embellished with the exquisite carving and paintings of Hindu Gods!