Want to have a look at the new Birla Radha Krishna Mandir in Vasco?

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1. WHO BUILT THE TEMPLE?

Built by the Birlas, one of India's leading business families, the Birla Radha Krishna Mandir, in Vasco, is a great place for those visiting Goa's Dabolim Airport.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco | Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

2. THE INTERIORS

Both, the interiors as well as the exteriors of the temple are ornate with intricate designs.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco

3. THE FLOOR

The glossy marble flooring adds glitz underneath one's feet as one walks within the temple.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco | Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

4. THE GODS

A beautiful idol of Lord Ganesha is located in the temple of Birla Radha Mandir, Vasco.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco | Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

5. THE IDOLS OF RADHA AND KRISHNA

Statues of Lord Krishna and Radha in heavily embellished, matching red attire can also be seen in this temple in Vasco.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco | Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

6. TEMPLES AND DEITIES

The temple houses 5 idols of different Hindu gods.

Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

7. ARCHITECTURAL SPLENDOUR

Elaborate craftsmanship on the ceiling takes spiritualism to another level.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco | Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

8. TIMINGS

The temple opens at 6 am and closes at 12 noon everyday. After the lunch break, it re-opens at 3 pm and closes at 10 pm.

Birla Radha Krishna Temple| Vasco| Near the airport| BITS Pilani College, Vasco | Photo: Augusto Rodrigues

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