Vishwakarma Mandir Ranchi – Guide
89 years old Jharkhand’s only Vishwakarma Mandir was built in 1930 by Vishwakarma Samaj at Vishwakarma Lane, Mahatma Gandhi Road, Ranchi. It is believed that this is Jharkhand’s first Vishwakarma temple. Thousands of new vehicles are worshiped in this temple premises on the day of Vishwakarma Puja.
Along with this, people’s faith is also unwavering towards this temple. Jagadguru Bhagwan Vishwakarma Temple established before independence is a witness to mythological and historical moments.
History of this Temple
In 1928 Saint Moni Baba used to worship here by keeping the photo of Lord Vishwakarma. Then Ranchi Vishwakarma Mandir was built by Vishwakarma Samaj in 1930 and handed over to Moni Baba. During that time the idol was also installed here and since then till today people’s faith is also attached to this temple. People also say that there is no such grand Vishwakarma temple anywhere in Jharkhand. This is the first temple in Jharkhand where worship is done by installing an idol.
Ranchi Vishwakarma Mandir Timings
Ranchi Vishwakarma Mandir opens at 6:00 AM in the morning and close at 9:00 PM in the evening.
| Saturday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
| Sunday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
| Monday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
| Thursday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
| Friday | 06:00 AM to 09:00 PM, Aarti: 06:30 AM & 08:00 PM |
Places to visit near this Temple
Panch Ghagh Waterfall
Located a little away from the city, Panch Ghagh Waterfall is a favorite of the locals and is quite popular as a picnic spot. The waterfall got its name because five waterfalls can be seen cascading down from here.
Sun Temple
The Sun Temple in Ranchi is a very beautiful temple. Known for its unique architecture. Perched on top of a hill, the temple is constructed in the typical Sun Temple architecture which depicts a huge chariot with 18 wheels, being pulled by seven horses.
Birsa Zoological Park
Birsa Zoological Park is a great place to visit. The park is home to a wide variety of fauna species including tigers, lions and deer. If you are a wildlife lover, then you can get all kinds of information about the wildlife of the area from here.
Tagore Hill
Tagore Hill is named after the great poet Rabindranath Tagore, who is believed to have spent a lot of time here. Situated at an altitude of about 300 feet, it is famous for adventure sports like rock climbing and trekking.
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How to reach Ranchi Vishwakarma Mandir
By Air- The nearest airport from Vishwakarma Mandir is Ranchi airport which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Train- The nearest railway station from Vishwakarma Mandir is Ranchi railway station which is at a distance of about few kms from this temple. From here you can easily reach this temple by using local transport services or taxi.
By Road- Roads to this temple are well connected with the other cities of the country so you can easily reach this temple by using your own vehicle or by any public buses or taxi from any part of the country.
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