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Birla Mandir, Hyderabad
Venkateswara · White-Marble Hill Temple · Hyderabad
॥ ॐ नमो वेङ्कटेशाय ॥
Rising in white marble on the Naubath Pahad hill above Hussain Sagar, the Birla Mandir gives Hyderabad one of its most recognisable landmarks. Dedicated to Venkateswara and opened in 1976, it was built by the Birla family and carved entirely from Rajasthani marble. Open to people of every faith, it is lit at night and offers sweeping views over the lake and the city below.
A marble temple on the hill
The temple was raised by the industrialist Birla family, who built a series of such shrines across India, and opened to worshippers in 1976. Its white marble was brought from Rajasthan and worked into spires and panels that catch the light through the day and glow under floodlights after dark.
The presiding deity is Venkateswara, the form of Vishnu venerated at Tirumala, drawing the same devotion to the hilltop in the heart of Hyderabad.
Views over Hussain Sagar
Set on Naubath Pahad, the temple looks out over the wide expanse of Hussain Sagar and the twin cities around it. The climb to the shrine is rewarded with one of the finest vantage points in Hyderabad, taking in the lake, its central Buddha statue and the urban sprawl beyond.
The temple is open to all, without distinction of faith, in keeping with the spirit of the Birla shrines.
Visiting the temple
The Birla Mandir sits centrally in Hyderabad, close to the lake and within easy reach of the city’s other attractions. Evening visits are especially popular, when the marble is lit and the city lights spread out below.
Photography is generally restricted inside the shrine; visitors usually leave footwear and electronics at the entrance as part of the temple’s customs.
How to reach Birla Mandir
- By road: Centrally located on Naubath Pahad near Hussain Sagar; well served by city buses, autos and cabs from across Hyderabad.
- By train: Hyderabad’s main stations — Secunderabad, Nampally and Kacheguda — are all within a short drive of the temple.
- By air: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is about 30–35 km away, connected by cab and airport routes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Birla Mandir in Hyderabad?
It stands on Naubath Pahad hill overlooking Hussain Sagar lake, centrally located in Hyderabad, Telangana.
Which deity is worshipped here?
The temple is dedicated to Venkateswara, the form of Vishnu venerated at Tirumala.
When was the temple built?
It was built by the Birla family and opened to devotees in 1976.
What is the temple made of?
It is carved entirely from white Rajasthani marble, which is lit up at night.
Is the temple open to everyone?
Yes, it is open to people of all faiths, in keeping with the tradition of the Birla temples.
What are the views like?
From its hilltop setting the temple offers sweeping views over Hussain Sagar and the surrounding city.
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| Primary Deity | Venkateswara (Vishnu) |
| Location | Naubath Pahad, above Hussain Sagar |
| State | Telangana |
| Opened | 1976 |
| Built By | Birla family |
| Material | White Rajasthani marble |