Ram Krishna Math

About Ram Krishna Math Lucknow


The Ramakrishna Math is a shrine and a monastery devoted to Sri Ramakrishna and located in Nirala Nagar is an all-monk institution. This structure contains a shrine adjacent to the institute with the motto "For one's salvation and the wellbeing of the world." The Ramakrishna Math timings are from 5:00 am to 9:00 pm. 

In the 19th century, a Bengali saint named Ramakrishna created the Ramakrishna Math, which is entirely composed of marble. The shrine also has Ramakrishna, Mother Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda idols. The Ramakrishna Math entry fee is free of cost.

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Ram Krishna Math

Weather : 19° C

Timings :5:00 am to 9:00 pm

Time Required : 1 to 2 hours

Entry Fee : Free entry

Contact Number: +91 9024104977

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History


Swami Vivekananda transmitted Sri Ramakrishna's essence over the country in 1857, and this spiritual blanket engulfed the country. Physical temples dedicated to this message were built across India, starting in the north.

Swami Vivekananda's tumultuous conversations with the Nawabs of Lucknow in 1888 and 1889 resulted in the far later establishment of the first Ramakrishna Mission Sevashram in 1925. The current temple is a newer variant that was built near the original sacred location.

Architecture


The white structure of the new monastery, which was built in 1987, combines Hindu and Islamic architectural elements. It also features modified designs from the time's Indian kingdoms.

The contemporary Ramakrishna Math temple has an attractive marble-finished gateway in addition to red-cemented key treasures from Hindu mythology. The parallels of the entrance are adorned with numerous legendary animals and characters carved in stone.

The temple's sanctum, which is surrounded by nine white domes, is guarded by an ornately carved gate. However, despite the classic Mughal design, this section of the temple exudes a Rajasthani spirit of architecture. The prayer hall features an ornately designed white and brown floor, as well as a magnificent chandelier with more than 250 lights.

Activities


  •  Visitors can go around the shrine and explore it from the inside out. 
  • Durga Puja is also being held there. 
  • People can take photos and record videos.

Tips for visiting


  • Open your shoes outside of the temple. 
  • Do not take any food items inside the premises. 
  • Always try to maintain peace and silence.

Best time to visit


Because Lucknow is located on the plains, the weather in this city changes with the seasons. The best time to visit Lucknow is from September to March when the weather is cooler and you can appreciate the city.

Nearby Atractions


  • Gautam Buddha Park
  • Chota Imambara
  • Ambedkar Memorial Park
  • Globe Park
  • Regional Science City

Nearby market/ shopping places


  • Kapurthala market: In this market, you can get varieties of cosmetics and garments. 
  • Nadwa market: This is a market where you can get almost everything, starting from groceries and stationery items. 
  • Nakhaas Market: This market is famous for clothing, footwear, and jewelry. 
  • Janpath Market: This is a Cloth Market where you can get clothes at a very cheap price.

Nearby Hotels


  • Hotel Golden Orchid
  • JC Guest House
  • Hotel Uday Raj Palace
  • The Regnant
  • Shubh lagan inn

Interesting Facts About Ram Krishna Math


The marble used to construct this temple was supplied from the Makrana and Bundi mines. The Mughals introduced a new style to the architecture of Sri Ramakrishna Temple to give it a particular charm. Along with the marbles, red sandstones are employed in the building of an effigy in this manner.

Nearby Restaurants


  • Grilled box
  • MJ Kitchen
  • Fork And Spoon Restaurant
  • Sumit Chinese Fast Food
  • Burger G

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Getting In lucknow

BY AIR

The distance from Lucknow airport to Ramakrishna Math is 16.6 km and can be covered by booking a cab or taxi.

BY ROAD

The distance from the Lucknow bus stand to Ramakrishna Math is also 5.5 km, which can be covered by any public transport or by booking a cab or taxi.

BY RAIL

The distance from the Lucknow railway station to Ramakrishna Math is 5.8 km which can be covered by any public transport or by booking a cab.

BY Car

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  • ( 5 - Excellent Based on 1 review )
  • jeevanc207
  • Jaipur
  • ( On january 10, 2022 )
  • 5 - Excellent

Great service and friendly team

Our Rajasthan trip was very unorganized and from day 1 we need to argue for each committed hotel and details. Driver and hotel were not informed in advance and we need to pay 12000/- for the forceful event at the hotel which was never informed to us.

People Also Ask About Ram Krishna Math

Shri Ramakrishna built the Ramakrishna Math in Lucknow.

The idols of Ramakrishna, Holy Mother Sarada Devi, and Swami Vivekananda can be found inside this widely regarded shrine in Lucknow.

Swami Vivekananda was the man behind The Ramakrishna Mission.

The Ramakrishna Mission strove to alleviate poverty, improve women's situation, combat untouchability and superstition, and reform the educational system.

The First Ramakrishna Mission was established in Kolkata.

In January 1899, the original monastery in Baranagar, known as Baranagar Math, was relocated to a freshly acquired tract of land in Belur, Howrah district.

IT Xing, Nirala Nagar, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 226020 is the location of the Math.

Some of the best hotels to stay nearby are :

  • Hotel Golden Orchid
  • JC Guest House
  • Hotel Uday Raj Palace
  • The Regnant
  • Shubh lagan inn

Some of the top restaurants nearby are :

  • Grilled box
  • M J KITCHEN
  • Fork And Spoon Restaurant
  • Sumit Chinese Fast Food
  • Burger G

Some of the popular attractions nearby are:

  • Gautam Buddha Park
  • Chota Imambara
  • Ambedkar Memorial Park
  • Globe Park
  • Regional Science City

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