Laxminarayan Temple Timings, New Delhi

In New Delhi, Delhi, Laxminarayan Temple is dedicated to Goddess Laxmi (prosperity) and Narayana (Vishnu, the preserver). It is also known as Birla Mandir.

A landmark Delhi temple dedicated to Laxmi and Narayana, historically notable for being opened to people of all castes at Gandhi's insistence; a major draw during Janmashtami and Diwali. Laxmi Narayan Temple, popularly known as Birla Mandir, was built by the industrialist Seth J.K.

Delhi carries a distinct temple identity of its own: The capital's spiritual landmarks, from the vast modern Swaminarayan Akshardham to the 1939 Birla Mandir and the sprawling Shakti shrine at Chhatarpur.

Darshan hours and daily worship

Session	Timing (as published)
Morning	4:30 AM - 1:00/1:30 PM
Evening	2:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Best visited during the morning and evening aarti. Sources cite morning close at either 1:00 PM or 1:30 PM.

Poojas and daily rituals

Morning Aarti around 6:00 AM and Evening Aarti around 7:00 PM

Signature annual eventsJanmashtami and Diwali festivities

Festivals and special-day timings

Regular darshan hours are usually extended, or set aside entirely, on these dates.

Festival	Period	What happens
Janmashtami	August-September	Krishna's birthday, celebrated as a major attraction at the temple.
Diwali	October-November	The temple is a popular destination during Diwali celebrations.

History and architecture

Built or establishedBuilt in 1939 by the industrialist J.K. Birla

Architecture

Large temple spread over about 7.5 acres, with numerous fountains, shrines and sculptures and a Geeta Bhavan used for discourse; located west of Connaught Place

History

Laxmi Narayan Temple, popularly known as Birla Mandir, was built by the industrialist Seth J.K. Birla in 1939 and is one of Delhi's major temples. It was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi on the condition that people of all castes would be allowed to enter.

Planning your visit

Entry feeFree

Dress codeTraditional and formal clothing recommended; photography, mobiles and cameras are not allowed inside the temple

Best time to visitOctober to March; mornings and evenings during aarti are ideal

NearbyConnaught Place, Gole Market and central Delhi landmarks

How to reach

Located near Gole Market, Mandir Marg, west of Connaught Place. Nearest metro is R.K. Ashram Marg (about 2 km). Nearest railway station is New Delhi (about 3.4 km); Indira Gandhi International Airport is about 12.8 km.

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Laxminarayan Temple in photographs

5 freely-licensed photographs of this temple, from Wikimedia Commons. Each is credited to its photographer.

Laxminarayan Temple, New Delhi, Delhi - photograph 2 — © Lavanya lavie, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

Laxminarayan Temple, New Delhi, Delhi - photograph 3 — © Niteshk6352, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons

Laxminarayan Temple, New Delhi, Delhi - photograph 4 — © Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons

Laxminarayan Temple, New Delhi, Delhi - photograph 5 — © Vinayaraj, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons

Where this information comes from

Confidence: High. History and details corroborated including the Delhi Tourism (govt) page; morning closing time varies slightly (1:00 vs 1:30 PM)

Frequently asked questions about Laxminarayan Temple

What is the timing of Laxminarayan Temple?

Laxminarayan Temple is open 4:30 AM to 1:30 PM and 2:30 PM to 9:00 PM, daily. Best visited during the morning and evening aarti. Sources cite morning close at either 1:00 PM or 1:30 PM.

What are the darshan (visiting) hours at Laxminarayan Temple?

As published, morning darshan runs 4:30 AM - 1:00/1:30 PM and evening darshan runs 2:30 PM - 9:00 PM. Best visited during the morning and evening aarti. Sources cite morning close at either 1:00 PM or 1:30 PM.

Is there an entry fee at Laxminarayan Temple?

Free

What is the dress code at Laxminarayan Temple?

Traditional and formal clothing recommended; photography, mobiles and cameras are not allowed inside the temple

Which festivals are celebrated at Laxminarayan Temple?

The main ones documented for this temple are Janmashtami, Diwali. See the festival table above for dates and what each involves.

What is the best time to visit Laxminarayan Temple?

October to March; mornings and evenings during aarti are ideal

How do I reach Laxminarayan Temple?

Who is the presiding deity at Laxminarayan Temple?

Goddess Laxmi (prosperity) and Narayana (Vishnu, the preserver)

What is the history of Laxminarayan Temple?

Laxmi Narayan Temple, popularly known as Birla Mandir, was built by the industrialist Seth J.K.

How reliable is the information on this Laxminarayan Temple page?

This listing's confidence is rated high. History and details corroborated including the Delhi Tourism (govt) page; morning closing time varies slightly (1:00 vs 1:30 PM)

Laxminarayan Temple Timings