Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir Birmingham, Timings, Travel Guide and How to reach

Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir Birmingham – Guide

The Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir is located on the border of the Handsworth and Lozells districts of Birmingham. It is the first Hindu temple in the Midlands of England, opened in 1969 in a previous church. The temple building was originally St. George’s Presbyterian Church, designed by JP Osborne. The church was established around 1896. However, it was renovated as a temple and reopened in 1969.

History of this Temple

The most difficult task for immigrants from India was to find a place of worship in England. Since most of the citizens belong to the Christian community, the Hindu people were unable to find a comfortable place of worship. The scenario was similar for every part of Britain. People started organizing meetings in small groups at each other’s homes. They used to conduct all religious and spiritual performances in the same way.

As the months passed, the community began to grow to participate in the worship and rituals. Eventually, they started looking for a big place where they could perform all the pujas and rituals properly. The search ended when the church was found. People fought hard to get all the legal permission for the construction of the Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir in Birmingham.

He also started collecting donations from neighboring Hindu families for the renovation of the church. The work of building a temple in place of the church started within a few months. Finally, in 1969, the construction of Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir in Birmingham came to an end.

Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir Birmingham Timings

The darshan timings at Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir Birmingham are from 9 am to 1 pm and from 5 pm to 8 pm. The temple does not allow any visitors inside from 1.00 PM to 5.00 PM.

Places to visit near this Temple

Victoria Square and Birmingham City 

Victoria Square is the heart of the city and can be explored via the Birmingham City Center Path. One can visit the beautiful Town Hall which is an epitome of Victorian architecture made of Anglesey marble.

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Opened in 1885, the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery is considered one of the finest. It houses Pre-Raphaelite works as well as artworks by painters from the 17^th to 19^th centuries. The museum also has interesting exhibits related to the history of the city and archaeological finds from the Stone Age.

Cadbury World

Visitors have the opportunity to learn about the history of chocolate and Cadbury in a fun way and enjoy learning the manufacturing process of Cadbury, one of the world’s largest confectioners. There is also a theme-park-like attraction.

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How to reach Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir Birmingham

Birmingham Airport is the nearest option from where cabs are available to reach the temple. From here you can easily reach Shri Geeta Bhavan Mandir by using local transport services or taxi.

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