{"id":6296,"date":"2022-03-04T15:52:58","date_gmt":"2022-03-04T10:22:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/?p=6296"},"modified":"2025-07-22T17:20:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T11:50:08","slug":"famous-temples-in-kolkata","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296","title":{"rendered":"Famous Temples In Kolkata &#8211; The City Of Joy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Worshiping deities and visiting temples is a common ritual for most Hindus. Why do practitioners of the Hindu religion visit temples? It is said that visiting temples gives people the clarity and mental peace to start their day.<\/p><img width=\"800\" height=\"458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-single size-post-single wp-post-image\" alt=\"Famous temples of kolkata\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1-768x440.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1-345x198.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1-175x100.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1-742x425.jpg 742w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-1-150x86.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" title=\"Iskon Temple\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, temples are strategically located in places where positive energy is in abundance, with the idol of the deity at the center of the temple. Accordingly, it is a common belief that temples activate all five senses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another interesting fact is related to the temple bells that are stationed before entering a temple. When people ring the temple bell, it produces a sound that lasts for seven seconds. This activates the seven healing centres in the human body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">All over India, you will find temples with the most beautiful architectural designs. The city of joy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/weekend-tourist-places-near-kolkata-573\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kolkata<\/a>, is no exception, and temples have their fair share of the list of Famous tourist places in Kolkata.<br>The temples in Kolkata represent the rich culture and heritage of our country. Moreover, there are many holy places in Kolkata. Moreover, the Hindu religion has various deities and you will find many temples in Kolkata that house them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, Kolkata culture is home to pioneers in the fields of art, drama, theater, and literature. It is not surprising that the city also has some of the best temples. Which are some of these ancient temples in Kolkata?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#Best_Famous_Temples_in_Kolkata\" >Best Famous Temples in Kolkata<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#1_ISKCON_Sri_Sri_Radha_Govinda_Temple\" >1. ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#2_Calcutta_Jain_Temple\" >2. Calcutta Jain Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#3_Kalighat_Kali_Temple\" >3. Kalighat Kali Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#4_Birla_Mandir\" >4. Birla Mandir<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#5_Mira_Mandir\" >5. Mira Mandir<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#6_Shirdi_Sai_Baba_Mandir\" >6. Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#7_Agni_Mandir\" >7. Agni Mandir<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#8_Shree_Swaminarayan_Mandir\" >8. Shree Swaminarayan Mandir<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/famous-temples-in-kolkata-6296\/#FAQs_about_Temples\" >FAQs about Temples<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Best_Famous_Temples_in_Kolkata\"><\/span>Best Famous Temples in Kolkata<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our list includes temples like ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple, Calcutta Jain Temple, Kalighat Kali Temple, Birla Mandir, Mira Mandir, Shirdi Sai Baba Temple Agni Mandir, Mira Mandir, and Shree Swaminarayan Mandir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_ISKCON_Sri_Sri_Radha_Govinda_Temple\"><\/span>1. ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"458\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple.jpg\" alt=\"ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple\" class=\"wp-image-6301\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-768x440.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-345x198.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-175x100.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-742x425.jpg 742w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Iskon-Temple-150x86.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Worshippers of Lord Krishna and Radha can visit the ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple in Kolkata. Located at Minto Park, the interiors of the temple have engravings of quotes from the Bhagvad Gita. Moreover, there is a restaurant called Govinda near the ISKCON Temple Kolkata Complex.<br>The restaurant serves sattvic vegetarian food. Also, there is a bakery service in the area adjoining the temple. Many religious activities are conducted at ISKCON. During the evening, aartis are offered to Lord Krishna. The visiting timings are from 4:30 am to 1:30 pm and from 4 pm to 8:30 pm. It can easily be termed as one of the most famous temples in Kolkata.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Calcutta_Jain_Temple\"><\/span>2. Calcutta Jain Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"Calcutta Jain Temple\" class=\"wp-image-6302\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-299x200.jpg 299w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-635x425.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Calcutta-Jain-Temple.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Source: wikimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also known as Parshwanath temple, the Calcutta Jain Temple was established in the year 1867 by Jain philanthropist Rai Badridas Bahadoor Mookim. The temple gets many visitors and Jain pilgrims throughout the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Located on Badridas Temple Street in Kolkata, the Calcutta Jain Temple is the quintessential Jain Temple. The interior of the temple has high-quality mirrors and glass with marble flooring. Also, there are Jhar Bhattis on the ceiling that adds to the beauty of the temple\u2019s architecture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting timings for the temple is between 6 AM to 11:30 AM and 3 PM to 7 PM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Kalighat_Kali_Temple\"><\/span>3. Kalighat Kali Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Home to Goddess Kali, Kalighat Temple is extremely significant for Bengali Hindus in Kolkata. Moreover, Bengalis have a deep bond with all forms of Goddess Durga. It is also regarded as one of the holiest of the 51 Shakti Peeths on Earth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temple built in the 19th century, is located near the banks of the Adi Ganga. The temple is in the Anami Sangha locality and has a shopping center nearby. The idols within the temple are huge in size and are made with black stones with three eyes, a protruding gold tongue, and multiple arms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visiting timings for Kalighat Kali Temple is between 5.00 am to 2.00 pm and 5.00 pm to 10.30 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is not only the most famous kali temple in Kolkata but across the whole country, as worshippers of goddess Kali keep this place in high regard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ALSO READ: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/shiv-temples-in-india-6232\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shiv Temples In India From Kashmir To Kanyakumari<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Birla_Mandir\"><\/span>4. Birla Mandir<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Birla-Mandir.jpg\" alt=\"Birla Mandir Kolkata\" class=\"wp-image-6304\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Birla-Mandir.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Birla-Mandir-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Birla-Mandir-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Birla-Mandir-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Birla-Mandir-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Started by the Birla Family, the construction of this temple took over 26 years to complete. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha. Moreover, the temple hosts other deities as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Birla Mandir opened to the public in 1996 and is located on Ashutosh Chowdhary Ave, Ballygunge. Within the temple, there are etched quotes of the Bhagvad Gita. Moreover, the temple is painted in white.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is an art gallery and a mall near the temple. Visiting timings for Kalighat Kali Temple is between 5.30 am to 11.00 am and 4.30 pm to 9.00 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Mira_Mandir\"><\/span>5. Mira Mandir<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mira Mandir is dedicated to the devotee of Lord Krishna named Saint Mira. There are deities of Vishnu-Lakshmi, Rama-Sita, and the central idol of Radha-Krishna. The beautiful idol of Mirabai is also located in the same place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, all the idols are adorning with beautiful sarees and ornaments. The temple is extremely clean and also has a Dharamshala. It is located on Moira Street, and many devotees visit the place during the birthday of Lord Krishna.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Visiting timings for Mira Mandir are between 6 AM to 12 PM and 4 PM to 8 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Shirdi_Sai_Baba_Mandir\"><\/span>6. Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-1200x800.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-638x425.jpg 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shirdi-Sai-Baba-Mandir-kolkata.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir is the first temple in Kolkata dedicated to Sai Baba. The temple is quite popular with devotees of Sai Baba and is said to get many visitors regularly. Visitors can use public transport to reach the Mandir.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, the temple is located in Sodepur, Kolkata. There are quite a few restaurants nearby the temple. The visiting timings for the temple are between 8 am to 8 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Agni_Mandir\"><\/span>7. Agni Mandir<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1.jpg\" alt=\"Agni Mandir\" class=\"wp-image-6306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1-300x179.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1-768x458.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1-335x200.jpg 335w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1-713x425.jpg 713w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Agni-Mandir-1-150x89.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: wikimedia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dedicated to the Fire God, Agni Mandir is one of a kind. It is built for Parsi Pilgrims who can visit the temple to seek the blessings of the Fire God.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temple is important to both Parsi and Hindu visitors and has a beautiful architectural design. Built-in 1912, the temple is painted in a striking red color. Moreover, there is a holy flame lit on the top floor of the temple that burns throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Agni Mandir is located near Metcalfe Lane in central Kolkata. There are sweet shops like Tiwari Brothers near the temple. The visiting timings for Agni Mandir are between 10 am to 8 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Shree_Swaminarayan_Mandir\"><\/span>8. Shree Swaminarayan Mandir<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"455\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata.jpg\" alt=\"Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Kolkata\" class=\"wp-image-6307\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata-768x437.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata-345x196.jpg 345w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata-175x100.jpg 175w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata-747x425.jpg 747w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Shree-Swaminarayan-Mandir-Kolkata-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Shree Swaminarayan Mandir was opened to the public in 2014. The mandir was built by HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj, who was the spiritual guru of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to history, Lord Swaminarayan had passed through the place where the Mandir is located. Moreover, Lord Swaminarayan was on his way to visit Ganga Sagar in the Bay of Bengal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Mandir has murtis of Bhagwan Swaminarayan, Aksharbrahman Gunatitanand Swami, Shri Gopalanand Swami, Shri Ghanshyam Maharaj, Shri Harikrishna Maharaj, Shri Radha-Krishna Dev, Shri Sita-Ram Dev, Shri Hanumanji, Shri Shiv-Parvati Dev, and Shri Ganeshji, Shri Nilkanth Varni, Brahmaswarup Bhagatji Maharaj, Brahmaswarup Shastriji Maharaj<br>Brahmaswarup Yogiji Maharaj, and Brahmaswarup Pramukh Swami Maharaj.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visiting timing for the temple is between 7.30 am to 8.15 pm. The temple is located on Bhasa 14 No., Diamond Harbour Rd. in Kolkata.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The temple names mentioned in our list are just a few of the many temples in Kolkata. The state of West Bengal is home to other ancient temples like Thantahnia Kalibari, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Taraknath Temple, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_about_Temples\"><\/span>FAQs about Temples <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1646381718097\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are some of the religious places in West Bengal?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">ISKCON Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple, Calcutta Jain Temple, Kalighat Kali Temple, Birla Mandir, Mira Mandir, Shirdi Sai Baba temple Agni Mandir, Mira Mandir, and Shree Swaminarayan Mandir.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1646381748771\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What is the significance of the Dakshineswar temple?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Dakshineswar Temple is famous for its main deity, Goddess Bhabatarini, another form of Goddess Kali.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1646381770366\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which is the main Kali temple in Kolkata?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Kalighat Kali Temple is the main Kali Temple.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1646381839236\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which is the oldest temple in West Bengal?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Bahulara Ancient Temple is the oldest temple in West Bengal.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Worshiping deities and visiting temples is a common ritual for most Hindus. 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