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Also known as the Lakshmi Narayan Temple, it is ideally
located in central Delhi (Mandir Marg). This temple dedicated
to 'Lakshmi' (goddess of wealth) and 'Lord Narayana' (the
preserver) was built in 1938 by the prominent Indian industrialist
Raja Baldev Das Birla and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi.
The temple, built in Orissan style, has a large number
of idols representing various hindu deities. It welcomes
people of all faiths.
The temple is also known for its excellent sculptured
panels, wall paintings and frescoes done by master artists
from Jaipur, Rajasthan.Adjacent to the temple is 'Geeta
Bhavan' where a magnificent statue of Lord Krishna and
beautiful paintings depicting the epic of Mahabharata
are seen. A temple dedicated to Lord Buddha and wall paintings
depicting his life and teachings is also located around
the central structure of Birla Mandir. A guest house,
a library and a reading room also form a part of the temple.
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