The one thing that dominates the urbane skyline of Central Delhi is apparently the soaring spire of the Lakshmi Narayan Temple. About 1.5 km due west of Connaught Place, this garish, modern, Orissan styled temple was erected by industrialist B.D.Birla in 1938 and was inaugrated by Mahatma Gandhi on the condition that people of all castes especially untouchables would be allowed in. The temple enshrines almost all the deities of the Hindu Pantheon, the presiding deity being Narayan (Vishnu, the preserver in Hindu trinity) and his consort Lakshmi, the Goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The revered shrine, nestling in the heart of the city, is as famous for its sanctity as for its architecture. Portraying an alluring blend of cream and red, the sacred shrine also affords a curious medley of Hindu mythology and ancient Indian architecture. Enjoy a visit to the temple to savour spirituality and legends, served in a different flavour.
 About Birla Temple
Birla Mandir is the name by which the Lakshmi Narayan Temple is more commonly known. It's a recently-built temple (from 1938) by a man called D. Birla. It's an Indu temple, too - and dedicated to Lakshmi, the Goddess of prosperity and fortune. The architecture is really stunning, but the colours in which it's painted are a bit too garish to be called pretty. Inside photography is not allowed, but the temple is splentt did - the wall paintings are truly superb - and we were lucky enough to have beengiven a blessing and put a red mark on our forehead. it was a pleasant visit. Entrance is free.in 1938. This beautiful temple is located in the west of Connaught Place. The temple is dedicated to the goddess of prosperity and good fortune. The temple has well grafted gardens. It is also known as the Birla Mandir.
Name of the Governing Body Members
K.K. Birla, C.K. Birla, Aditya Birla, Birla Group of Industries
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