The Birla Temple, originally known as Lakshmi Narayan Temple, and is situated below the Moti Dungri Fort in Jaipur. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, this temple is a proud architectural landmark of Jaipur. Built in pure white marble, the Birla Temple is unlike the traditional ancient Hindu temples, and is built with a modern approach. Inside this magnificent shrine, beautifully sculpted idols of Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi, as well as other Hindu Gods and Goddesses, can be seen. Delicate carvings of Hindu symbols, and ancient quotes from the Geeta and the Upanishads ornament the walls of this fascinating temple. One can also recognize the mythological events engraved on the walls. Apart from the religious idols, pictures and figures of several religious saints, philosophers and historical achievers, like Socrates, Buddha, Zarathustra and Confucius, are also included in the temple. A work of art, this temple truly represents architectural beauty, in a modern form.
According to history, the Birla temple was built on the land given to the Birla family by the Maharaja, for just a token sum of one rupee. One of India's most famous business families, B.M Birla Foundation, built this temple in the year 1988.
The city is extremely well connected to other parts of the country and the world through a multitude of transportation modes. The domestic airport is at a distance of 15 km from the main city at Sanganer, while the international airport is at a distance of 10 km. The airport connects the city to major metro cities across India as well as many of the international countries. From the airport you can hire a taxi or a bus and reach your desired destination in and around Jaipur.
Birla Temple in Jaipur remains open from 9:00 Am to 5:00 Pm, on all seven days of the week. Generally, one can see the whole of Birla Temple in 30 minutes time.
Jaipur is among one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the state of Rajasthan. Though the city lies in the semi-desert areas of Rajasthan, it attracts thousands of tourists from all over the country and abroad. The city experiences an extreme climate, where the summer season is extremely hot. The months from March till June, when the maximum temperature can reach up to 45 degrees, is not the best time to visit.
