TempleDurgakund, near Sankat Mochan
Tulsi Manas Mandir
A white marble temple of Lord Ram whose walls are engraved with the entire Ramcharitmanas.
About
Tulsi Manas Mandir is dedicated to Lord Ram and stands at the place where, according to tradition, Goswami Tulsidas composed the Ramcharitmanas in the 16th century.
Built in 1964 in gleaming white marble, the temple's walls are engraved with verses from the entire Ramcharitmanas, along with paintings of scenes from the epic.
On the upper floor, a display of moving figurines brings episodes of the Ramayana to life, which children and families especially enjoy.
Don't miss
- Ramcharitmanas verses on the walls
- Ram Darbar in white marble
- Moving Ramayana tableaux upstairs
- Peaceful garden
Travel tips
- The temple closes in the afternoon; plan a morning or evening visit.
- Visit with Durga Kund and Sankat Mochan for an easy temple trail.
- Footwear is left at the entrance; keep a small bag for it.
Location
Durgakund, near Sankat Mochan
Nearby places
TempleDurga Kund Temple
A striking red temple of Goddess Durga beside a large sacred pond, especially lively during Navratri.
- Timings: Roughly 5 AM to 10 PM
- Entry: Free
TempleSankat Mochan Temple
An ancient Hanuman temple linked to Tulsidas. Tuesdays and Saturdays are the busiest.
- Timings: Roughly 5 AM to 10 PM (closed briefly in the afternoon)
- Entry: Free
TempleNew Vishwanath Temple (BHU)
A grand marble Shiva temple in the BHU campus with one of the tallest temple spires in India, open to all.
- Timings: Roughly 4 AM to 12 PM and 1 PM to 9 PM
- Entry: Free