Pancha Ratna Shyam Rai Temple
Temple Timings and Details
Darshan Timings
06:00 AM to 06:00 PM
Aarti Timings
Morning Aarti : 06:00 AM
Afternoon Aarti : 01:00 PM
Evening Aarti : 7:00 PM
About Pancha Ratna Shyam Rai Temple
Shyam Ray Temple (Śyāma rāẏa mandira) also known as Pancha-ratna temple,[1] is a Krishna temple in Bishnupur town of Medinipur division in Indian state of West Bengal. In this temple, the Hindu God Krishna is worshiped in the form of Shyam; along with Shyam, the murti of Radhika (Radha) is also worshipped. According to the foundation plaque found in the temple, the temple was founded in 1643 by King Raghunath Singha of Mallabhum. The Temple is built in the Pancha-ratna temple architecture, which belongs to the ratna style developed in medieval Bengal. The roof of this temple is square and curved, with curved edges and five chura or shikhar (tower). The walls of the temple are decorated with beautiful floral designs, scenes of Krishna-lila, episodes from Puranic literature, designs of geometric and floral patterns, and scenes of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata.
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Temple Location
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
1. How do I go to Pancha Ratna Shyam Rai Temple and where is it located?
The temple is located near the Jor Bangla Temple and in the fort area of Bishnupur town, about 2 km from the Bishnupur Bus Station.
2. What are the Pancha Ratna Shyam Rai temple timings?
Open every day between around 6 AM and 6 PM.
3. How long should I stay here?
It usually takes 45 minutes to 1 hour to visit, which gives you time to explore, take pictures, and enjoy the architecture.
