India is a land of temples, taverns, shrines and sacred places. One of the biggest temples of India is also known as Lakshmi Narayan temple (Birla Mandir) that is situated in Delhi. This temple was built by late industrialist Shri G.D Birla. As we approach the temple we see a majestic and magnificent construction.
It covers a wide area having the front wall artistically built with gates in it. The entire temple has been built with marbles. Inside the temple, there is the statue of Lord Krishna that lies in the central precincts. There are engravings and murals on the walls of the inner temple that depict the story of the Ramayana and Mahabharata. There are also green lawns inside the temple and have many swings and slides on which the children can play. The figures of cow, camel and many other animals, carved in stone.
The fountains and water coming out of tiger’s mouth attract people. On one side of the temple holy hymns without break goes on for the whole day and night. The temples wear a grand and decent look on the days of Janamashtmi and Ram Navami. Thousands of visitors visit the temple on these days. The temple tops illuminated with fancy electric bulbs and it presents an exclusive view. This sacred place hums with activity during these festivals. Worship is performed with great devotion.
If we visit this temple on Deepawali when it is decorated by glittering lights and adorned by the flowers and other decorative pieces, we derive great mental satisfaction and solace.
Vocabulary
Lawns—gardens
Majestic—beautiful