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About Laxmi Narayan Mandir |
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Birla Mandir, Jaipur is a Hindu temple initially known as
Lakshmi Narayan Temple, and is situated below the Moti Dungri
Fort in Jaipur, India and it is part of one of the several
Birla mandirs situated all around the country. This temple is
a proud architectural landmark of Jaipur. The grand temple is
positioned on a prominent ground at the base of Moti Dungari
hill in Rajasthan. The temple is sometimes also referred to as
the Laxmi Narayan Temple.
Built in pure white marble, the Birla Temple is unlike the
traditional ancient Hindu temples, and is built with a modern
approach.
This temple forms one of the main attractions of Jaipur. Birla
Temple of Jaipur looks striking, when it is vibrantly lit in
the night. The huge temple was built during the year 1988, by
Birla Group of Industries, one of the business tycoons of
India. The Temple is devoted to Lord Vishnu (Narayan), the
preserver and his companion Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth.
Due to this reason, Birla Temple is also known as Laxmi
Narayan Temple. Birla Mandir is built in the finest quality of
white marble. The three huge grounds of the temple symbolize
three different approaches to the religion. The beautiful
white marble temple enthralls the spectators, when it shines
at night. Stained glass widows portray the scenes from Hindu
scriptures. Ganesh the protector of households, is above the
lintel, and the fine quality of marble is apparent when you
enter the temple and look back at the entrance way. The images
of Lakshmi and Narayan attract the attention, being made out
from one piece of marble. Many of the deities of the Hindu
pantheon are depicted inside the temple, and on the outside
walls great historical personages and figures from all
religions are shown, including Zarathustra, Christ, Socrates,
Confucius, and Budhda. The Laxmi Narayan Mandir is a modern
architectural wonder, surrounded by lush green gardens. The
attractive exteriors of the temple are engraved wonderfully
with beautiful sculptures based of fabulous themes, while the
interiors have a large marble panel portraying mythological
events.
Inside this magnificent shrine, wonderfully sculpted idols of
Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, as well as other Hindu Gods
and Goddesses, can be seen. Delicate carvings of Hindu
symbols, and ancient quotes from the Geeta and the Upanishads
adorn the walls of this charming temple. One can also
recognize the fabulous events engraved on the walls. Apart
from the religious idols, pictures and figures of several
religious saints, philosophers and historical achievers, like
Socrates, Buddha, Zarathustra and Confucius, are also included
in the temple. A work of art, this temple truly represents
architectural beauty, in a modern form. |
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History of
The Temple |
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According to history, the Birla temple was constructed on the
land given to the Birla family by the Maharaja, for just a token
sum of one rupee. One of India's most well-known business
families, B.M Birla Foundation, founded this temple in the year
1988. |
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Layout Of The Temple |
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Situated beneath the Moti Dungri Fort, the Birla Temple has
three domes to represent the three religions of India; a tribute
to the secular nature of the country. The Birla temple is
bordered by lavish green gardens that highlight the
Magnificience of the temple. |
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Best Time To Visit |
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The best time to visit this temple is between the months
of October to March. In this temple, 'Janmashtami', the
birth anniversary of Lord Krishna, is celebrated with
great passion and zest; that is the time you would observe
the glamour of this temple at its fullest scale. At night,
one can witness the temple illuminated beautifully,
against the dark skyline. |
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Nearby Tourist Attractions |
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Apart
from the main temple, the Birla Temple complex incorporates a
magnificent museum that exhibits the ancestral possessions of
the Birla family, and a astonishing garden with a shopping
complex. Various items are available at this shopping complex,
perfect for tourists who wish to make their trip memorable.
Located very near the Birla temple is another well-known temple
of Jaipur, the Ganesh Mandir or Moti Dungri Temple. The people
who visit the Birla Temple usually visit the Ganesh Mandir as
well.
The Birla Temple has a peaceful and calm atmosphere that
compliments this religious site. The temple's beautiful
structural patterns and graceful carvings represent the stylish
architectural formation of a modern India. The Birla Temple is
suitably located in the city, and is surrounded by a luxurious
garden setting, making this temple a major attraction, for
tourists everywhere.
Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and his consort Lakshmi, Birla Mandir
in the pink City exhibits modern architecture. Though the temple
is named after the deities, it is rather known by the name Birla
temple, since this was built by the corporate giants, Birla
Foundation. Built in with impressive white marble, this temple
presents an enthralling look. The chief deity in the temple
gives an ethereal appeal since it is made up of a single piece
of marble.
The temple premises hold images of many other deities and among
them the image of Lord Ganesh looks quite important. Its three
domes represents the rich secular principles of Indian
democracy. The temples is decorated with rich statues and carved
images that reveals the mythological aspects of the Hindu
religion. With its fine artistic works and structural
magnificence Birla Mandir presents as a striking formation of
modern time. |
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