LALITA DEVI MANDIR

Title: Documentation Sheet of Built Heritage/Site N.M.M.A., Archaeological Survey of India for Lalita Devi Mandir
Subject: Hindu temples--India
Geographic coordinates (latitude, longitude): 24°46'39.24", 85°00'34.20"
Local tradition: Darshan
Location: On way from Vishnupad Temple to Surya Kunda, about 10 meters from northern back entrance to Vishnupad Temple
Topographical features: Top of the Mundaprishta hill on the western bank of the Phalgu across from the Sita Kunda
Usage: Active worship
Structure: L shaped courtyard type temple in which images are stuck on western and southern wall. Courtyard had an open memorial, 8-10’ high.
Approachs: On way from Vishnupad Temple to Surya Kunda, about 10 meters from northern back entrance to Vishnupad Temple
Airport: Gaya
Building materials: Brick; stone
Railway station: Gaya
Bus stand: Gaya
Present condition: Average
Omeka identifier: sci-site23-KPJRForm.pdf
Site number: site23
Abstract: Beautiful lintel with Vishnu dasavatara panel. Memorial with aarti in center of courtyard.
Protection status: Well protected, behind locked gate