Birla Mandir, Jaipur

Birla Mandir, Jaipur

Birla Mandir is one of the famous temples and a highly-considered holy place for the Hindus. Birla Mandir in the Jaipur city is a wonderful complex where you can find out incredible beauty in every possible way. This beautiful temple is constructed using marble and is explored by thousands of dedicated people every day. Check out the wonderful lush gardens that surround the temple on all sides and it is really a treat for your eyes to observe such colorful flowers in one place.

The temple consists of three domes and has beautiful carvings and drawings all around. The walls of this temple are covered with beautiful quotes and sayings from popular priests and holy men. This temple is totally different from other temples and believes in getting equal opportunities to all the religions which are been signified by the domes. Being a landmark in the Jaipur city, it is selected as the best tourist destination for all the travelers around the country. The walls of this temple offer a lot to the people who believe in mythology and the preaching of our brilliant ancestors.

History of Birla Mandir

This beautiful temple was constructed in the year of 1988. The beauty of the temple depends on its marble architecture, modern architectural elements, and beautiful statues and monuments. Birla family has taken the work of constructing various marble temples all over the country. Space, where this temple has been built, belonged to the King of Jaipur, who gave it to the Birla family at the cost of 1 INR in order to build this temple.

Architecture

Birla Mandir of Jaipur city is well known for its fine carvings and delicate work. The three colossal domes of the temple represent the three different religions. Outside the holy place, there are many stained glass windows which depict the scenes from Hindu mythology and are marked with gorgeous sculptures. You can also go through the rendering traditional events in a huge marble panel.

You will come in contact with the image of Lord Ganesha as you enter the surrounding area of the temple which will be immensely favorable for you. The idols of Lakshmi and Narayan are preserved in the main shrine of the temple. These spectacular images are carved out of a single piece of marble and are decorated with the most luxurious clothes and ornaments. Extensive gardens encircle the main complex of the Birla Mandir. Also, you can check out a small museum which displays the household items used by the Birla family members and the timing to visit this museum is from 8 am to 12 pm and 4 pm to 8 pm.

Tips for the Traveller

• Do visit this wonderful time during the weekdays and try to avoid morning and evening time as there will be a large crowd which will not allow you to get a perfect experience which you might have been imagined in your mind.
• You can see a lot of people visiting this place all the time since it is a famous temple, so make sure to keep your footwear at the allotted place which can help you in avoiding theft and misplacing your footwear.
• The Pink City also known as Jaipur remains warm all the time, therefore people are advised to bring water bottles with them in order to stay well hydrated in this hot place.

Things to Enjoy                          

• Free yourself to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the place. The major activity here is holy sightseeing. Here, an important spot is arranged for religious tourists. Do not miss to enjoy the museum which is inside the temple complex.
• Watch out the drawings and paintings on the walls of this temple and also the quotes which are taken from the scripts of the holy books like Bhagavad Gita. Look out for the beautiful statues also.
• As guides are not available here, the preachers would be happy to help you to move around the temple and guide you with all the important aspects, recite mythological stories and many more to explore.
• You can get through many shops around the temple. This is considered as the perfect spot to do the shopping for simple mementos, religious items, and tiny deity statues.
• Just wash away all your stress by experiencing the rhythm of the spiritful aarti which is held in the evenings or mornings.

The Guides That are Available Here

There are no guides available in this temple as it is not big a place which may require a guide.

Entry Fees

The charge to enter this temple is Rs 150 per person.

Opening Hours

The operating hours are 30 minutes.

Visiting Time

The time to explore this temple is from 8 am to 12 pm and from 4 pm to 8 pm on all seven days of the week.

Best Time for Exploration

The best time to explore this place is at the time of the Diwali festival because, at that time, there will be a huge gathering and many people visit this place on this wonderful day. Explore this temple during the evening time when the faint lights shine on the marble structure giving this temple a spiritful look. Again you can visit this temple during the winter months from October to March. During that time, the maximum temperature is around 20-22 degrees when the intensity of the burning sun is at the lowest. The nights are cooler having a temperature of about 5 degrees and the days are almost pleasant, so you can enjoy the heritage beauty of the city and take back an unforgettable experience.

Ways to Reach Birla Mandir

The city of Jaipur is well connected to many areas of the country and the world through a large number of transportation modes, so you will not be having any difficulty to reach this amazing temple. People can hire a cab or an auto-rickshaw in order to reach this place. Busses are also available which can take you to Birla Mandir. You can use the airways also to reach this place. The domestic airport is about 15 km from the major city of Sanganer, while the international airport is at a distance of 10 km. The airport connects the city to many parts of India as well as international countries. From the airport, you can hire a cab or a bus in order to reach your desired destination.

Amazing Facts and Trivia About Birla Mandir

• The temple is made up of stylish white marble.
• The Birla Mandir is widely known as Lakshmi Narayan Mandir.
• There are three domes of the temple which signify the three religions that emerged in the country of India. These domes give the visitors a message that all three religions have equal opportunities to stand by.
• Birla Mandir is regarded as one of the excellent temples in India.
• The area on which the temple was built was hand over to the Birlas by the Maharaja for only a token costing 1 rupee.
• This beautiful temple was dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi.
• You can also check out many statues and idols of philosophers such as Buddha, Socrates, Confucius, Zarathustra, and many others.

Janmashtami in Birla Mandir

The most celebrated festival in Birla Mandir is the festival of Janmashtami when the full temple is lit up with shining lights and oil lamps. Furnished with fresh and colorful flowers and a decorated festoon, Lord Krishna is welcomed into the world with great celebrations and melodious sound of holy prayers. This temple is crowded with a large number of visitors to obtain the blessings of the Lord.

Nearby Attractions

• Dungari Fort
• Hawa Mahal
• Jantar Mantar
• Moti Dungari Temple
• Jal Mahal

The Restaurants Which are Nearby to Birla Mandir

• Steam
• Hotel Roop palace restaurant
• Tapri
• Bar Palladio
• Firewood
• Suvarna Mahal
• Happinezz
• Replay

Conclusion

Birla Mandir is a well-known place which is popular for its calm atmosphere. The temple is being explored by thousands of dedicated people every day. This place is a perfect spot to make your mind free from all stresses and things that get you down. This temple is a must-visit place to explore and one should not miss this opportunity at any cost. This place is famous for its heritage and culture. Be sure not to miss this place while your journey to the city of Jaipur. Also, this place is well known for its history, holy sightings, seeking experience and religious importance. This destination is ideal for religious people and experience seekers. So what are you waiting for? Get ready and pack your bags to explore this wonderful destination along with the Tusk Travel. By this trip, you will surely get a feeling of refreshment from all your stresses and you can enjoy the stunning beauty of this religious place along with its history and culture. After completing this trip, when you return back, you will be filled with a sense of satisfaction and unforgettable experience which you may have wished in your life.