New Delhi
BIRLA MANDIR | ||
Laxmi Narayan Temple, also known as Birla Mandir, is one of Delhi’s major temples and a major tourist attraction. Built by the industrialst G.D. Birla in 1938, this beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place. | Location: Near Gole Market,Mandir Marg, Connaught Place Nearest Metro Station:RK Ashram Marg Timings: 6am to 10pm(best to visit duringmorning and evening Aarti) Entry: FreeDays Closed: None Photography: Not allowed in prayer hall | |
The temple is dedicated to Laxmi (the goddess of prosperity) and Narayana (The preserver). The temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi on the condition that people of all castes will be allowed to enter the temple. (Source Delhi Tourism) | ||