Laxminath Temple Bikaner

Dedicated primarily to Lord Vishnu, this ancient temple also enshrines Goddess Lakshmi, Shri Suryanarayanji (Sun God), Shri Neelkanth Mahadev (Lord Shiva), Shri Roopchaturbujji, Shri Badrinarayanji, Shri Mahavidyaji, Lord Hanuman, and Lord Ganesha, making it a spiritually significant destination for devotees seeking darshan of multiple deities.

The temple is situated in the Old City area of Bikaner, near Bara Bazar and adjacent to the famous Bhandasar Jain Temple.

Its Rajasthani architectural style and living heritage status reflect its royal origins, having been initially built by Maharaja Rao Lunakaran (1504–1526 CE) and later expanded by Maharaja Ganga Singh.

The temple is managed by a local panchayat trust and remains a vibrant centre of worship and community gatherings. Laxminath Temple welcomes devotees for darshan with free entry.

The temple timings are from 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM and again from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM, allowing ample opportunity for visitors to participate in rituals and seek blessings.

The best time to visit is during the early morning hours (5–8 AM), evening aarti, the winter months (November to February), or during the festival season.

Major festivals celebrated here include Ramnavami (March/April), Nirjala Ekadashi (May/June), Janmashtami (August/September), Diwali (October/November), and Geeta Jayanti (December), when the temple comes alive with vibrant festivities and special poojas.

Daily poojas include the Morning Aarti from 5:00 AM to 5:30 AM, Evening Aarti from 5:30 PM to 6:00 PM, and the Shayan Aarti (Night Ritual), conducted in Sanskrit and Hindi.

Traditional offerings such as mishri, dry fruits, and sweets are distributed during aartis, and community feasts (bhandara) are organized during major festivals.

Visitors are expected to adhere to a traditional dress code: men should wear dhoti-kurta, kurta-pyjama, or full-length trousers with a shirt, while women are encouraged to wear sarees, salwar kameez, or modest kurtis with covered legs and shoulders. Leather items must be removed before entering.

To reach Laxminath Temple, arrive at Bikaner City Center near Kote Gate or Old City, then head towards Bara Bazar. As the temple is located in narrow lanes, vehicles should be parked on main roads like KEM Road or near the fort area. The final approach is best covered on foot or by auto-rickshaw.

The nearest railway station is Bikaner Junction, just 2.5 km away, and Bikaner Airport (Nal Airport) is 13 km from the temple.

For accommodation, options such as Hotel Shivika (KEM Road), Hotel Marudhar Palace (Rani Bazar), The Laxmi Niwas Palace (Lalgarh campus), and Hotel Shri Gourav (near the railway station) are conveniently located.

Nearby attractions include Seth Bhandasar Jain Temple, Rampuria Havelis, Junagarh Fort, Court Gate, Junagarh Palace and Museum, Lalgarh Palace, and the National Research Centre on Camel. Photography and videography are strictly prohibited inside the main temple premises and inner sanctum.

The temple’s central location, spiritual ambience, and historical significance make Laxminath Temple Bikaner a must-visit for devotees and heritage enthusiasts alike. For further inquiries, the temple can be contacted at +919680834276.