Located on the banks of the river Ganga, in Daraganj, Uttar Pradesh, Shri Nagvasuki Ji Ka Mandir is a temple dedicated to Lord Vasuki, the King of Serpents. The stone idol of the Lord Nag Vasuki is located in the centre of the temple. The present temple was constructed by a Maratha king Shridhar Bhonsle. It is believed that an old temple must have existed around 10th century at the place where the present temple stands. However, the construction of the present temple reveals that the present temple is not older than 18th century.

location Uttar pradesh, Allahabad, Lucknow

Architecture

Shri Nagvasuki Ji Ka Mandir is a fine example of medieval architecture. There is a large idol of Bishmapita in a reclined position is seen near the temple.

Culture

The Culture of Uttar Pradesh is an Indian Culture which has its roots in the Hindi and Urdu literature, music, fine arts, drama and cinema. Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh, has several beautiful historical monuments such as Bara Imambara and Chhota Imambara.

Darsan Info

The temple is opened on all days from 4:00 AM to 9:00 PM

Darsan Dresscode

Wear neat and good clothes and aviod fashion and trendy dress code

Famous Festival

An annual fair is held near the temple on the occasion of Nag Panchami

Temple Rituals

Morning pooja and aarti starts at 08:30 AM onwards and daily special sevas are performed accordingly

Special Rituals

During Dushehra and Naga panchami different sevas are performed at the temple to Lord Vasuki

Additional Info

 

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