Birla Mandir, Bhopal

Birla Mandir, Bhopal — formally the Lakshminarayan Temple — sits atop Arera Hills and is one of the most prominent landmarks of Bhopal. Built by the Birla family and opened in 1980, it is constructed from white marble and commands panoramic views over the Upper and Lower lakes of Bhopal.

The temple is dedicated to Lakshminarayan (Vishnu-Lakshmi). Its white marble structure and serene hilltop setting make it a popular pilgrimage and tourist destination in Madhya Pradesh. A small archaeological museum on the temple campus displays artefacts from the Madhya Pradesh region including medieval sculpture and ancient coins.