Ashtalakshmi Temple in Besant Nagar, with colorful sculptures, gray columns and visitors in the passage.

Ashtalakshmi Temple

Near Elliot’s Beach, the temple dedicated to the forms of Lakshmi combines colorful sculptures with a seaside setting; check the afternoon hours.

  • Religion and Art
  • Suggested time:45 min to 1 hour
  • Area:Besant Nagar

About Ashtalakshmi Temple

Ashtalakshmi brings a religious visit together with a stroll along the Besant Nagar coast. The temple is dedicated to forms of Lakshmi associated with prosperity, including knowledge and courage. The sculpted, colorful surfaces invite you to understand the role of each figure.

Visit after the afternoon break, according to the confirmed hours, and continue to Elliot’s Beach without crossing the city again. Check the rules and visitor flow; being near the beach does not change the care needed with clothing, footwear and behavior in a place of worship.

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