Architecture of Laxmi Nath Temple Laxmi Nath temple is a principle temple belonging to the Vaishnava sects and currently the temple is associated with 'Devasthan Vibhag', though today it is an independent organisation. Sophisticated forms of sculptural art, beautiful images and creative form of architecture is present inside the temple premises. The throne of Lord Laxminath is situated in the temple which also possesses an idol of Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Vishnu in a State of Embrace. This particular idol measures about one and a half feet in height and is based on a square-shaped stone platform. The signs of Shri Suryanarayanji, Shri Neelkanth Mahadev, Shri Roopchaturbujji, Shri Badrinarayanji, Shri Magavidyaji, etc. are also existent in the temple grounds. The religious rituals observed in the Laxmi Nath Temple follow Vaishnava traditions and the 'aarti' is performed four times during the day. Sacred food or 'prasad' is offered to the deity of the temple and a special 'bhajan' dedicated to the legendary saint Meera Bai is also sung regularly, as a form of worship. One will notice that the statue of Goddess Lakshmi is beautifully garlanded which provides a mesmerizing view of the deity. Silver framework has been employed along the temple doorway which imparts an aesthetic appearance to the temple. Fairs of Laxmi Nath Temple Fairs like 'Gita Jayanti', 'Nirjala Ekadashi', 'Janmashtami', 'Kartik Ekadashi' and 'Ramnavami' are held within the premises of the Laxmi Nath Temple. |