Annapurna Temple Indore is a major Hindu temple on Annapurna Road dedicated to Maa Annapurna, the goddess associated with food and nourishment. The complex is known for its monumental elephant-supported gateway, marble temple, detailed carvings and a mix of Indo-Aryan and Dravidian architectural influences.
Incredible India currently publishes regular visiting hours of 5:00 AM–12:00 PM and 2:00 PM–10:00 PM. The temple therefore has a published midday closure from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. A current official aarti schedule is not published, so confirm aarti and festival timings separately.
Annapurna Temple Indore: Quick Visitor Guide
| Temple | Maa Annapurna Temple, Indore |
|---|---|
| Main deity | Maa Annapurna |
| Location | Annapurna Road / Kranti Kriplani Nagar, Indore |
| Morning hours | 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Midday closure | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Evening hours | 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
| Aarti time | Confirm directly; current official schedule not published |
| Historical origin | Incredible India traces the sacred site to the 9th century |
| Major modern milestone | New marble temple inaugurated in February 2023 |
| Entrance | Monumental gateway with four elephant statues |
| Architectural character | Indo-Aryan and Dravidian influences; new temple built in Makrana marble |
| Suggested visit duration | About 45–90 minutes, depending on worship and crowds |
Why Is Annapurna Temple Famous?
Annapurna Temple is known for both religious importance and architecture. District Indore identifies it as a pilgrimage site dedicated to Goddess Annapurna and notes additional shrines to Shiva, Hanuman and Kalabhairava.
Incredible India highlights the temple’s four-elephant gateway, approximately two-acre complex, marble religious forms and decorative carvings.
History of Annapurna Temple Indore
The old live article and the staging version both repeat a history that needs to be separated into different phases rather than compressed into one sentence.
Incredible India traces the sacred site’s origins to the 9th century. It then records a major renovation in 1959 under Mahamandaleshwar Swami Prabanandagirimharaj and says the monumental entrance was erected in 1975.
A major new chapter came in February 2023, when a newly built Makrana-marble temple within the complex was inaugurated and opened to devotees after a multi-year construction programme.
| 9th century | Incredible India traces the sacred site’s origin to this period |
|---|---|
| 1959 | Major renovation under Mahamandaleshwar Swami Prabanandagirimharaj |
| 1975 | Monumental elephant-supported entrance erected |
| 2020–2023 | New marble temple developed within the complex |
| 3 February 2023 | New temple inaugurated and opened to devotees |
The 2023 Marble Temple
Contemporary 2022–2023 reporting documents a major new temple built inside the Annapurna complex. The project used large quantities of white Makrana marble and was reported at approximately ₹20 crore.
Amar Ujala reported the new shrine at around 6,600 square feet, approximately 108 feet long and 54 feet wide, with the main shikhara reaching roughly 81 feet.
The new temple was inaugurated on 3 February 2023, after consecration ceremonies for Maa Annapurna, Maa Kalka and Maa Saraswati.
Annapurna Temple Architecture
Incredible India describes the broader temple complex as a blend of Indo-Aryan and Dravidian styles and compares its visual character with the famous Meenakshi Temple in Madurai.
Which Deities Can Visitors See?
District Indore confirms shrines to Shiva, Hanuman and Kalabhairava in addition to Maa Annapurna.
Incredible India further identifies marble forms of Maa Annapurna, Maa Kali and Maa Saraswati, along with imagery of Lord Krishna and Radha Rani.
Annapurna Temple Timings
The strongest current published timetable is from Incredible India:
| Morning | 5:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Midday closure | 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM |
| Afternoon / evening | 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM |
Festival schedules can differ. If you are visiting during Navratri, Annapurna Jayanti, New Year or another busy religious period, check same-day notices.
Annapurna Temple Aarti Time
The official tourism pages reviewed do not publish a current morning or evening aarti timetable.
Non-official websites give different aarti times, so this final guide does not choose one and present it as confirmed.
- Confirm morning aarti directly.
- Confirm evening aarti directly.
- Check whether festival aarti replaces the normal schedule.
- Arrive early during busy periods.
- Follow temple queue and darshan instructions.
Is There an Entry Fee?
Many travel websites describe temple entry as free, but the official tourism sources reviewed do not publish a general admission fee.
IndoreCity should therefore avoid presenting a permanent ₹0 ticket as officially verified. General darshan, donations, special puja services and paid offerings should be treated separately.
Where Is Annapurna Temple?
Annapurna Temple is on Annapurna Road in the Kranti Kriplani Nagar area of Indore. Public listings commonly use PIN code 452009.
Search for “Maa Annapurna Temple Indore” in a current navigation app before leaving, especially if approaching from another part of the city.
How to Reach Annapurna Temple
- From Indore Junction: auto-rickshaw, cab or current local public transport can be used.
- From Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport: taxi or app-based cab is practical.
- From Rajwada: use live navigation through central and western Indore.
- By private vehicle: confirm current parking and vehicle drop-off arrangements before a busy festival visit.
Parking and Accessibility
The official tourism pages do not provide enough detail to guarantee parking capacity or a fully step-free visitor route.
- Vehicle drop-off point
- Parking availability
- Steps and ramps
- Wheelchair movement
- Seating and rest areas
- Accessible toilets
- Drinking water
- Priority assistance during busy periods
Festivals and Special Days
Navratri and Annapurna Jayanti are important periods for Maa Annapurna worship, but exact programme dates and access arrangements change every year.
- Check special opening hours.
- Confirm aarti and puja timing.
- Expect larger queues.
- Check traffic and parking changes.
- Follow current entry and exit routes.
- Do not reuse last year’s festival schedule.
Best Time to Visit
Temple Etiquette
- Wear modest clothing.
- Remove footwear where instructed.
- Keep phones silent inside worship areas.
- Follow queue and security instructions.
- Ask before photographing the sanctum, deities or rituals.
- Do not block devotees while photographing the gateway or carvings.
- Use authorised donation or religious-service counters.
- Keep children close during crowded periods.
- Keep the temple complex clean.
- Remember the 12:00 PM–2:00 PM published midday closure.
Nearby Places to Visit
Simple Temple Visit Plan
- Check the current opening period and avoid the 12:00 PM–2:00 PM closure.
- Confirm the aarti schedule if aarti is your main purpose.
- Use a current navigation pin.
- Verify parking if travelling by private vehicle.
- Review festival notices for special-day changes.
- Allow 45–90 minutes for a respectful visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the timings of Annapurna Temple Indore?
Incredible India currently lists 5:00 AM–12:00 PM and 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, with a midday closure from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM.
Where is Annapurna Temple located?
The temple is on Annapurna Road in the Kranti Kriplani Nagar area of Indore.
What is the aarti time at Annapurna Temple?
The official tourism sources reviewed do not publish a current aarti schedule. Confirm morning and evening aarti directly, especially during festivals.
How old is Annapurna Temple Indore?
Incredible India traces the sacred site’s origins to the 9th century. It also records a major 1959 renovation and a monumental entrance erected in 1975. The current marble temple includes major new construction inaugurated in 2023.
What happened at Annapurna Temple in 2023?
A new Makrana-marble temple within the complex was inaugurated on 3 February 2023 after a multi-year construction project reported at approximately ₹20 crore.
What is special about the temple architecture?
The complex combines Indo-Aryan and Dravidian influences and is known for its four-elephant entrance, marble temple, high shikhara, decorated pillars and 64 Yogini carvings.
Is entry to Annapurna Temple free?
Many travel sites report free entry, but the official tourism sources reviewed do not publish a general entry fee. Confirm the current entry status and treat donations or puja charges separately.
Which other deities are worshipped in the complex?
Official government and tourism sources identify shrines or imagery associated with Shiva, Hanuman, Kalabhairava, Maa Kali/Kalka, Maa Saraswati, Krishna and Radha Rani.
Sources and Editorial Verification
The final article keeps the structure and strong factual framing from the new staging version, while checking the old article against official sources. District Indore supports the temple’s principal deity, secondary shrines and four-elephant entrance. Incredible India supports the published timings, historical phases, architecture and carvings. The 2023 marble-temple details are separately attributed to contemporary reporting and the temple’s archived website.
- Incredible India: Maa Annapurna Temple
- District Indore: Annapurna Temple
- Madhya Pradesh Tourism: Famous Temples in Indore
- Shri Annapurna Temple: Archived Official About Page
- Amar Ujala: 3 February 2023 New Temple Inauguration
- Free Press Journal: New Annapurna Temple Construction Details
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