Thakurbari Temple Timings, Gangtok

In Gangtok, Sikkim, Thakurbari Temple is a shrine to Shiva and Surya, with shrines to several other major Hindu deities. It is also known as Thakurbari Mandir.

One of the oldest Hindu temples in Sikkim and the principal center of convergence for Gangtok's Hindu community, hosting major festival celebrations through the year. Thakurbari Temple was established in 1935 on land donated by the erstwhile Chogyal (ruler) of Sikkim, making it one of the oldest Hindu temples in the state.

Sikkim carries a distinct temple identity of its own: A Himalayan state with a small but notable Hindu presence, from the modern Char Dham replica complex at Namchi to one of the state's oldest temples in Gangtok.

Darshan hours and daily worship

Published sources do not give a single clean daily window for this temple; see the notes below for what is documented.

Specific daily darshan timings were not found in verifiable sources.

Weekly or monthly auspicious daysMaha Shivaratri, Chhath Puja, Bala Chaturdashi

Festivals and special-day timings

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

Festival	Period	What happens
Maha Shivaratri		Major festival for Lord Shiva celebrated with large gatherings at the temple
Chhath Puja		Festival honoring the Sun god Surya
Bala Chaturdashi		Hindu festival observed at the temple

History and architecture

Built or establishedEstablished 1935, upgraded into a major temple complex between 1945 and 1947

Architecture

A temple complex including a multipurpose hall and library, expanded in phases since its founding, including further upgrades from 2011

History

Thakurbari Temple was established in 1935 on land donated by the erstwhile Chogyal (ruler) of Sikkim, making it one of the oldest Hindu temples in the state. It was upgraded into a larger temple complex between 1945 and 1947, and again from 2011 with the addition of a multipurpose hall and library.

Planning your visit

NearbyMG Marg, Gangtok town center

How to reach

Located near Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Arithang, Gangtok, about 170 meters from MG Marg in the heart of the town.

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Where this information comes from

Confidence: Medium. Core founding history is documented on Wikipedia, but no independent second source was found to cross-verify the exact founding and upgrade dates, and timings/entry details are unverified

Frequently asked questions about Thakurbari Temple

What is the timing of Thakurbari Temple?

Published darshan hours for Thakurbari Temple vary; see the timings below and reconfirm with the temple before visiting. Specific daily darshan timings were not found in verifiable sources.

Which festivals are celebrated at Thakurbari Temple?

The main ones documented for this temple are Maha Shivaratri, Chhath Puja, Bala Chaturdashi. See the festival table above for dates and what each involves.

How do I reach Thakurbari Temple?

Located near Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Arithang, Gangtok, about 170 meters from MG Marg in the heart of the town.

Who is the presiding deity at Thakurbari Temple?

Shiva and Surya, with shrines to several other major Hindu deities

What is the history of Thakurbari Temple?

Thakurbari Temple was established in 1935 on land donated by the erstwhile Chogyal (ruler) of Sikkim, making it one of the oldest Hindu temples in the state.

What else is worth seeing near Thakurbari Temple?

MG Marg, Gangtok town center

Is Thakurbari Temple known by any other name?

Yes, it is also called Thakurbari Mandir.

When was Thakurbari Temple built?

Established 1935, upgraded into a major temple complex between 1945 and 1947

What architectural style is Thakurbari Temple built in?