Ramakrishna Math Lucknow (Timings, History, Entry Fee, Images, Aarti, Location & Phone)

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The Ramakrishna Math at Nirlanagar is a spiritual hub that promotes the growth of social, spiritual, and religious endeavors following the worldwide ideals set forth by Sri Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda.

The success of the Math in Lucknow serves as an example of the secular nature of the city, which Lucknowites acquired from the Nawabs of Awadh. Without going to the spiritually rich Ramakrishna Math, your journey to Lucknow is incomplete.

#Trivia: Math's main office is located in Belur Math, Kolkata, with more than 150 branches worldwide.

Architecture of Sri Ramakrishna Math in Lucknow

A popular spiritual destination in Lucknow, Sri Ramakrishna Math is a stunning marble structure surrounded by a verdant landscape.

The idols of Swami Vivekananda, Holy Mother Sarada Devi, and Ramakrishna are housed inside this famed Lucknow shrine. This well-known sacred site in Lucknow features stunning Mughal, Chandellas, Pallavas, Chalukya, and Jain patterns in its construction.

To give the temple an air of elegance, marble stone from the mines of Bundi and Makrana was specifically used in its construction. The white marble stone has been contrasted with red sandstone, a style later adopted by the Mughals, to accentuate its elegance and sophistication further.

Hindu mythology symbols, including the conch shell, disc, lotus, trident, drum, thunderbolt, and swans, have been painted in red cement to decorate the corridor leading to the temple entrance.

Main gateway: According to Hindu scriptures, the elephant, the bull, the lion, and the garuda are the respective carriers of Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Shiva, and Lord Vishnu, and they are all shown on both sides of the temple's main entrance.

A set of wide steps leading to the main temple's entrance give the structure a feeling of modernity. The design leaves you mesmerized as you walk through the Math.

Nat Mandir: A stunning statue of Lord Ganesh, masterfully sculpted out of a lovely blend of brass and copper, sits immediately above the Nat Mandir or prayer hall. White marble stone and brown kumri range stone, which contrast, have been used to decorate the prayer hall's floor.

The lotus petals etched from massive copper plates have been elegantly set on the floor, lending a holy feel. A huge chandelier with about 256 lights set up in three tiers hangs from the center of the prayer hall's dome-shaped ceiling made of wood. Two spherical beams that hang portraits of Sri Rama Krishna's direct disciples support the inner dome.

Sanctum Santorum: The innermost room of the temple, the Garbha Griha or Sanctum Santorum, has nine domes. The idols of Sri Ramakrishna, Ma Sarada, and Swami Vivekananda have been installed within the Garbha Griha and are regularly worshipped there.

The canopy is attached to a wooden frame that features elaborate carvings of a swan, lotus, a little drum, and a trident on the top. Under this canopy, the "Holy Trinity" is positioned on their marble pedestals, each with a lotus flower engraved into the wood. The main dome, a reflection of Islamic design, is intricately finished with rich zari to contribute to its splendor.

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History of Sri Ramakrishna Math in Lucknow

The Ramakrishna Math, which towers over the verdant garden area, will surely wow you with grandeur. You can see the idols of the gods right from the side of the road, which fills you with unexplained peace.

The Indian guru Swami Vivekananda committed his life to spread the word of his master Sri Ramakrishna in the latter half of the nineteenth century. This is when the Ramakrishna Math, Lucknow, was first established. It opened to the public on February 2nd, 1987, in Lucknow.

The branch centers in the Northern zone were initially established in the holy cities of Vrindavan and Varanasi. Lucknow quickly followed suit by establishing a center there under the direction of Sarat Chandra Bandhopadhyaya.

#Trivia: An all-monk institution with the mission statement "For one's salvation, and for the welfare of the world," the Ramakrishna Math is devoted to Sri Ramakrishna.

The center originally operated out of the Aminabad neighborhood. But it was later relocated after the then-chief minister Chandrabhanu Gupta granted the monks permission to use a portion of his land after being moved by their efforts to benefit humanity.

Entry fee and timings of Ramakrishna Math

Sri Ramakrishna Math, one of the most popular tourist spots in Lucknow, is open seven days a week, from Sunday to Saturday. The temple is open from 8:30 AM to noon and from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

It does not have any entry fee.

Best time to visit Ramakrishna Math

Like most tourist attractions in Lucknow, Ramakrishna Math is best visited during the winter season. Although there are no holiday festivities at the Math, the wonderfully constructed space can be explored with a calm mind.

The humid summers and seasonal rains may hinder your plans to move around the city peacefully.

How to reach Ramakrishna Math?

Lucknow is well-connected to almost every city in the country via air, rail, or road. Several airline carriers are coming in regularly from major metros of the country. The railway junction sees several trains passing by the city, making it easy for you to visit.

By Air: The Lucknow Airport, also known as the Chaudhary Charan Singh Airport, is well-connected with several airline carriers such as SpiceJet, Vistara, Air India, Indigo, etc. Check the offers on the tickets in advance to get the best deal.

By Rail: The Lucknow railway station has several trains, such as Shatabdi, Rajdhani, Express trains, etc., stopping here. You can book your tickets at least 120 days in advance, allowing you enough time to plan your holiday.

By Road: While several state and private buses run from different parts of the country to Lucknow, you will be enthralled if you take a road trip to Lucknow. The national highway and the state highway infrastructure will make the journey smooth. It also allows you to stop at small towns and explore the landscape.

#Trivia: Lucknow has many top-notch 5-star hotels that will make your stay incredibly comfortable and enjoyable.

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The Ramakrishna Math gives you a passage from external chaos to inner sanctity. The beautiful architecture, the layout, the scriptures on the wall, and the gorgeous lighting inside the Math premises, beckon you to sit and soak in its tranquility.

It is devoid of caste and creed and allows everyone to make peace with themselves. The silence in the corridors makes you stay a bit longer before stepping out to the noise around.

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