Names retained
Sripuram Golden Temple; Vellore Golden Temple; Mahalakshmi Golden Temple; Thirupuram
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sripuram
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sri Narayani Peedam, Thirumalaikodi, Vellore, Tamil Nadu 632055, India
A modern Sripuram temple centred on the exact identity Sri Lakshmi Narayani, with a gold-clad sanctum approached along a Sri Chakra-shaped path.
Presiding identity
Goddess Sri Lakshmi Narayani
Identity retained from the supplied temple source.
Operations
Verify currently
Timings, fees, access and rules can change.
Authority
Source-recorded
Sri Narayani Peedam, as recorded in the supplied source
The source reports general darshan, abhishekam and aarti periods. Verify all current hours, entry cut-offs, sevas and fees before visiting.
Goddess Sri Lakshmi Narayani
Vastu-planned modern Dravidian complex with gold-clad elements
Vellore, Tamil Nadu
Current verification required
Overview
Identity and location for Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sripuram
The Golden Temple stands within Sri Narayani Peedam at Thirumalaikodi near Vellore.
Its primary public identity is Sri Lakshmi Narayani. The source places this identity within a Divine Mother theology associated with Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati.
The complex includes a star-shaped Sri Chakra path, landscaped grounds, Sarvatheertham and other source-described sacred and service areas.
- Primary identitySri Lakshmi Narayani
- Temple settingSripuram, Thirumalaikodi, Vellore
- Managing bodySri Narayani Peedam, as recorded in the source
Main Deity and Sacred Identity
Temple-specific identity preserved from the supplied source
The presiding identity is Goddess Sri Lakshmi Narayani.
Sri Lakshmi Narayani, described by the source as a unified Divine Mother form associated with Durga, Lakshmi and Saraswati
Identity boundary
This guide covers Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sripuram and does not collapse it into a generic Maa Lakshmi identity.
Source status
Identity and location are source-backed; current operations require verification.
Sacred Tradition
Attributed religious and local traditions
The source presents Sri Lakshmi Narayani as a Supreme Goddess identity within the Sri Narayani Peedam tradition.
Accounts of a Swayambhu Linga manifestation, healing or boon-giving remain attributed devotional claims and are not independently asserted.
The Sri Chakra path is described as a contemplative approach; its spiritual effects remain matters of faith.
Editorial boundary: Sacred narratives, ancient-age statements, manifestations, Shakti Peetha status, miracles, superlatives and promised benefits are presented only as source-recorded or temple tradition. They are not independently verified claims.
History
Source-recorded chronology with explicit attribution
Construction
The source records construction from 2001 to 2007 and consecration on 24 August 2007.
Temple leadership
Sri Sakthi Amma and Sri Narayani Peedam are identified by the source in the development and administration of the complex.
Associated shrines
The source records earlier Swayambhu and Sri Narayani temple milestones within the wider Peedam complex.
Architecture
Vastu-planned modern Dravidian complex with gold-clad elements
Gold-clad sanctum
The source reports gold foil layered over etched copper on the Vimanam and Ardha Mandapam.
Sri Chakra path
A 1.8 km star-shaped approach is described in the source.
Design language
The source combines Vastu planning, Dravidian elements and modern construction.
Sahasra Deepam
The source describes a 1,008-lamp structure on the eastern side of the path.
Sarvatheertham
A sacred pond is presented as containing waters associated with major rivers.
Landscape
The source describes a large landscaped setting developed by Sri Narayani Peedam.
Quick Decision Guide
Four checks before a source-aware visit
Confirm operations
Verify current hours, aarti, sevas, fees, entry and festival arrangements.
Use the exact identity
Plan for Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sripuram, not a similarly named temple.
Check access and rules
Confirm photography, mobile, queue, accessibility, footwear and security rules.
Follow authorised guidance
Use current signage, staff and managing-authority instructions on the day.
Darshan Process
Practical visitor sequence, not a compulsory ritual order
- Confirm details
Check current opening, access and festival controls.
- Verify the route
Use the source coordinates and confirm the final map pin.
- Enter as directed
Follow current security, footwear and queue instructions.
- Take darshan respectfully
Remain within the public route and avoid assumptions about access.
- Offer only if permitted
Use authorised counters and current procedures.
- Leave safely
Keep belongings secure and the sacred site clean.
Current temple instructions always take priority.
Worship and Puja
Temple-specific practice with responsible boundaries
The source records darshan of Sri Lakshmi Narayani, aarti and the prayer Om Namo Narayani within the temple context.
Source-listed seva, entry, storage and security details are time-sensitive and are not presented as currently verified.
Theological descriptions and reported spiritual benefits remain attributed to the Peedam tradition.
Festivals
Source-recorded observances; confirm the current calendar
Navratri
The source records special Divine Mother worship; confirm the current programme.
Deepavali
Lakshmi-centred observance is recorded in the source; dates and access controls vary.
Peedam observances
Consecration and institution-specific events should be confirmed from the current authority calendar.
Offerings and Prasad
Optional devotional items subject to current temple rules
Flowers, fruit and kumkum
These are source-listed devotional items, subject to current rules.
Archana
Archana is recorded in the source; current availability and counter procedure require confirmation.
Lamp-related practices
Any lamp or ghee practice must follow current supervised temple instructions.
How to Reach
Source-reported route context; reconfirm current services
BY AIR
Chennai international airport
The source places Chennai Airport roughly 130-145 km away. Confirm flights and road transfer.
BY TRAIN
Katpadi Junction
The source places Katpadi Junction roughly 12-18 km away. Confirm current local transport.
LOCAL APPROACH
Vellore to Thirumalaikodi
The source describes bus, taxi and auto access from Vellore; fares and schedules require current verification.
Visitor Information and Safety
Current rules and conditions require direct confirmation
- Confirm current opening hours, entry cut-off, queues, storage, photography/mobile and seva rules.
- The source gives restrictive clothing guidance; current enforcement must be confirmed.
- The 1.8 km approach and current step-free arrangements should be assessed for individual mobility needs.
- Do not rely on source-reported visitor counts, prices or premium access as current facts.
Source and Current Verification
Operational values are not asserted as live facts
The source reports general darshan, abhishekam and aarti periods. Verify all current hours, entry cut-offs, sevas and fees before visiting.
- Managing authoritySri Narayani Peedam, as recorded in the supplied source
- Time zoneAsia/Kolkata
- Operational statusREQUIRES_CURRENT_VERIFICATION
This offline implementation did not verify live timings, fees, bookings, transport, dress enforcement, photography, accessibility, security, queue rules, festival arrangements, seva availability or live darshan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers derived from the supplied source and verification boundaries
Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sripuram is at Sri Lakshmi Narayani Golden Temple, Sri Narayani Peedam, Thirumalaikodi, Vellore, Tamil Nadu 632055, India. The source coordinates are 12.8733, 79.0884.
The supplied source identifies Goddess Sri Lakshmi Narayani.
The source reports general darshan, abhishekam and aarti periods. Verify all current hours, entry cut-offs, sevas and fees before visiting.
Confirm current opening hours, aarti or seva schedules, access, queues, photography, accessibility and festival arrangements with the current temple or managing authority.
No. Traditional beliefs are presented as attributed religious tradition, and no wealth, health, legal, family or other personal outcome is guaranteed.
Sources and Verification
Supplied temple research and retained project provenance
Supplied temple research document
DM-ML-003-A_TN.docx is the primary source for this guide's identity, tradition, architecture, worship, festivals and visitor context.
Source-recorded reference
This address appears in the supplied project evidence and was not independently checked in this offline implementation.
Open source referenceVerification boundary
Current timings, fees, booking, access, photography, accessibility, transport and festival operations require direct confirmation.
No external web research was performed for this implementation.