Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan), New Delhi

At Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan), thousands of devotees fervently practice their religion and host Hindu festivals. Inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi, the temple, spread over an area of 3 hectares (7.5 acres), was built between 1933 and 1939. The architecture exhibits influences of the principles of the Swadeshi (India independence) movement, also known as the Modern Indian Architecture Movement. Look for the adorned carvings that depict the scenes of the Hindu mythology, and visit the side temples dedicated to Shiva, Krishna, and Buddha. Add Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan) and other attractions to your New Delhi trip itinerary using our New Delhi sightseeing planning tool.