Deity
Vishnu (Devaraja)
श्री देवराज
Naimisaranya Temple
Naimisaranya Temple is an ancient pilgrimage center in Naimisaranya, Sitapur district, Uttar Pradesh. Revered in the Divya Prabandham, it is associated with Vishnu in the form of Devaraja and is remembered as a sacred forest-region kshetra for devotees and travelers.
Naimisaranya Temple
Naimisaranya Temple
Naimisaranya Temple
Naimisaranya Temple
Naimisaranya Temple
Temple Summary
Quick Facts
Pilgrimage Status
Divya Desam
Architecture
North Indian style
Ancient era
Location
Naimisaranya, Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
India
Temple Profile
History and Significance
History
- Founded
- Vedic Period
- Founder
- Sage Suta
- Construction
- Ancient - Ongoing
- Naimisaranya is an ancient forest pilgrimage center described extensively in Vedic literature, Mahabharata, and Puranas. The temple complex centers around Chakra Tirtha, a circular water body created when Lord Brahma's discus struck the earth.
Significance
- Revered as an Aranya (forest) Divya Desam where Sage Suta narrated the 18 Puranas to 88,000 rishis led by Saunaka. In Sri Vaishnavism, the entire forest realm is worshipped as the direct manifestation of Lord Vishnu.
Temple Pilgrimage Summary
Pilgrim Guide
Before You Visit
Confirm timings locally
Timings are marked approximate (05:00–20:00). Recheck on arrival or with local sources before planning darshan.
Start early
Arriving closer to opening time can help you avoid peak crowds and heat, especially in summer months.
Carry essentials
Keep water, basic medicines, and sun/rain protection suitable for Uttar Pradesh weather conditions.
Respect temple customs
Follow queue discipline and any posted instructions for darshan and photography.
Plan district travel time
Factor in local road conditions around Naimisaranya and Sitapur district when arranging onward travel.
Temple Timings
Darshan Schedule
Opening timings
06:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 04:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Festivals
Temple Calendar Highlights
Margazhi (Dec–Jan) • 1 day
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
Observed by Vishnu devotees as an important Ekadashi; check local temple announcements for exact observances.
Chaitra (Mar–Apr) • 1 day
Rama Navami
A major Vaishnava festival that may include special worship and crowds; timings can vary by year.
Shravana/Bhadrapada (Aug–Sep) • 1 day
Janmashtami
Krishna-related celebrations are widely observed in Vishnu temples; expect increased footfall.
Temple Knowledge
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Weekday mornings usually have shorter darshan queues than weekends.
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Carry a small cloth bag for footwear token and prasad containers.
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Aarti timings can shift on festival days, so check local notice boards.
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Temple Videos
Titles and links are sourced from temple JSON profile data.
Naimisaranya Divya Desam | Devaraja Perumal | Temple walkthrough
Pilgrim Trails• 12:45
Watch on YouTubeNaimisaranya Temple Uttar Pradesh | Divya Prabandham kshetra overview
Bhakti Yatra• 9:20
Watch on YouTubeHow to visit Naimisaranya | Sitapur district pilgrimage guide
Travel Darshan• 15:05
Watch on YouTube