Birla Mandir, Kolkata

Name: Birla Mandir
Address: Ashutosh Chowdary Avenue, Kolkata, 700019, India
Telephone: +91 33 2461 5717

#69 among attractions in Kolkata

Temple, Hindu temple

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Birla Mandir in Kolkata, India, is a Hindu temple on Asutosh Chowdhury Avenue, Ballygunge, built by the industrialist Birla family. This temple is open in the morning from 5.30 A.M. to 11 A.M. and in the evening from 4.30 P.M. to 9 P.M. On Janmashtami, the birthday of Krishna, devotees come from far away places to pay their respect to the deities. ()

Completed: 1970 (54 years ago)Coordinates: 22°31'50"N, 88°21'54"E

Address

Ashutosh Chowdary AvenueBallygungeKolkata 700019 India

Contact

+91 33 2461 5717

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Birla Mandir – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quest Mall, St. Paul's Cathedral, Priya Cinema, Birla Planetarium.

0.6 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Quest Mall, Kolkata
16 min walk • Quest Mall, situated in the heart of Kolkata, India, is a beacon of modern retail and entertainment in the city. This sprawling shopping centre, inaugurated in 2013, has quickly become a favoured destination for both locals and tourists.
1.5 miNW
Eminent church dating from 1847
St. Paul's Cathedral, Kolkata
39 min walk • St. Paul's Cathedral stands as an architectural marvel and a beacon of spirituality in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. This Anglican cathedral, an emblem of the British Raj's ecclesiastical legacy, was consecrated in 1847 and has since been a significant landmark...
1.1 miSW
Cinema, Nightlife
Priya Cinema, Kolkata
28 min walk • Priya Cinema is a cultural landmark nestled in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. Known for its rich history and contribution to the cinematic experience, this cinema has been a cherished destination for movie enthusiasts for decades.
1.5 miNW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Birla Planetarium, Kolkata
39 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the Birla Planetarium stands as a gateway to the cosmos for curious minds and astronomy enthusiasts. Officially known as the M. P. Birla Planetarium, this museum is a revered educational and cultural landmark in the bustling Indian...
0.7 miS
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Experimenter Gallery, Kolkata
18 min walk • Experimenter Gallery is a beacon of contemporary art in Kolkata, India, known for its commitment to challenging and experimental work. Located in the heart of the city's vibrant Ballygunge area, this gallery has become a pivotal platform for new and established artists...
1.3 miSW
Temple
Lake Kalibari, Kolkata
34 min walk • Lake Kalibari, a Hindu temple dedicated to the goddess Kali, stands as a beacon of faith and culture in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. Nestled in the Southern Avenue of this vibrant metropolis, the temple is not just a place of worship but also a center of...
1.1 miN
Cemetery
South Park Street Cemetery, Kolkata
29 min walk • South Park Street Cemetery is located on Mother Teresa Sarani, Kolkata, India. The road used to be called Park Street, and prior to that Burial Ground Road.
1 miNW
Museum
Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata
26 min walk • Netaji Bhawan or Netaji Bhavan is a building maintained as a memorial and research center to the life of the Indian nationalist "Netaji" Subhas Chandra Bose in Kolkata.
~1570 ftN
Museum, Specialty museum, Science museum
Birla Industrial & Technological Museum, Kolkata
8 min walk • Birla Industrial & Technological Museum, a unit under National Council of Science Museums, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, is at Gurusaday Road, Kolkata.
1.1 miS
Lake, Rabindranath Tagore, Memorial
Rabindra Sarobar, Kolkata
30 min walk • Rabindra Sarobar is an artificial lake in South Kolkata in the Indian state of West Bengal. The name also refers to the area surrounding the lake.
1.1 miSW
Park
Deshapriya Park, Kolkata
29 min walk • Deshapriyo Park is a playground of South Kolkata, having Rashbehari Avenue on one side and Sarat Bose Road on another side. Different games like Cricket, Football, Tennis etc. are regularly played here by professional and amateur players and locals. In the playground one of the biggest Durga Puja is organized.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Birla Mandir?

Nearby attractions include Ballygunge, Kolkata (6 min walk), Birla Industrial & Technological Museum, Kolkata (8 min walk), Experimenter Gallery, Kolkata (18 min walk), Park circus, Kolkata (21 min walk).

How to get to Birla Mandir by public transport?

The nearest stations to Birla Mandir:

Tram

Park Circus (22 min walk)

Train

Ballygunge (22 min walk)
Park Circus (23 min walk)

Metro

Jatin Das Park • Lines: 1 (32 min walk)
Rabindra Sadan • Lines: 1 (35 min walk)