Birla Mandir or Laxminarayan Temple
About Birla Mandir
The Birla temple is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. The temple is situated at the foot of Moti Dungri fort and was built by the famous business family of the ‘Birlas’.
The construction of the temple took place during the year 1988. The temple is built with white marble. On the outside you can see sculptures of numerous mythological themes and images of saints, Socrates, Zarathustra, Christ, Buddha and Confucius which manifests the secular nature of the temple.
At the entrance, over the beam, the image of Lord Ganesh is designed. The interior boasts of a large panel of marble depicting mythological proceedings.
The images of Lakshmi Narayana are sculpted out of a single piece of marble. Hence the temple is known as Lakshmi Narayan temple. The Birla temple has a calm and serene atmosphere.
The carvings, the architectural design and the luxurious garden are the major attractions.
Janmashtami Celebration
The birthday of Lord Krishna is celebrated on the 8th (Ashtami) day of shravana or bhadrapada masa (Aug or Sep month). Sri Krishna Janmastami is one of the important festivals celebrated in this temple.
Construction of Birla Mandir
The Birla temple is built in the land taken from Maharaja by the Birla family for Rs.1/-.The groundbreaking ceremony was held in 1977 under the guidance of Ramanuj Das and Ghanshyam Birla. It was inaugurated on 22nd February 1988. The temple complex encloses the museum of the Birla family( Gallery of Sri and Smt.G.P.Birla).
Birla Mandir Entry Fees
No Fees
Laxminarayan Temple Timings
Monday to Sunday – 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Reopen – 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Best time to Visit:
Janmashtami
October to March.
Visiting Duration
30 Min – 45 Min
Birla Mandir Website
No official website
Laxmi Narayan Temple Email
No official email address
Laxminarayan Temple Phone Number
No contact number
Birla Mandir Address
Birla Mandir,
Jawahar Lal Nehru Marg,
Tilak Nagar, Jaipur,
Rajasthan 302022
Birla Mandir Accommodation
There is no accommodation inside Laxminarayan Temple, there are a few boarding & lodging near the temple.
However, if you are looking for Royal Accomodation (Heritage Properties) you can check – Heritage
Places to Visit Near Birla Mandir
Amber Fort
Jantar Mantar
Hawa Mahal
Jaigarh Fort
Jal Mahal
Nahargarh fort
Panna Meena Ka Kund
Maharaja Sawai Mansingh II Museum
Birla Mandir Distance
From Jaipur – 5 kilometres
From Ajmer- 134 kilometres
From Jodhpur- 335 kilometres
From Delhi – 269 kilometres
How to reach Laxminarayan Temple
JCTSL (Bus)
7, 6A & AC1 are direct busses available from the Jaipur City
Ticket Approximately ₹8 – ₹15 Person. (Duration 35 Min)
U can also take shared auto rickshaw (Tuk-Tuk) to Laxminarayan Temple from Jaipur City which is 5 – 6 kilometres, ₹10/ Person /Per Kilometer
Private auto rickshaw to Laxminarayan Temple – ₹50/One way, ₹100 both ways
ISRTC(Train)
The city is well connected from all sides, you can take auto rickshaw or taxi from Jaipur Junction railway station
Air
Nearest Jaipur International Airport (International / Domestic Airport) is 8.50 kilometres from Laxminarayan Temple
Drivetime approximately 20min – 45min
Bike / Car
Jaipur city bus station) – Madrampur – Civil Lines – Bais Godam Flyover – Amer Road – Birla Mandir