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Uttar Pradesh J K Temple
JK Temple is constructed by the JK Trust of Kanpur city in Uttar Pradesh. Construction of this temple was completed during 1960. Famous industrialist family, Singhanias constructed this temple and dedicated it to five different deities. Lord Radhakrishna, Lord Lakshminarayan, Lord Ardhnareeshwara, Lord Narmadeshwar and Lord Hanuman are the main deities of this temple and separate shrine is constructed for each. This temple is located in the mid of the city. Various other major places of the state are well connected to this temple through various means.
Architecture
This temple has been built with a mixed architecture pattern. Ancient and modern, both the techniques have been adopted in construction of this temple. Outlook of the temple has resemblance with the Birla temples made in India. This temple has been constructed in large area with five towers. Central tower is built in the shape of rug bee football design. While two different towers on both sides are constructed in a straight line adjacent to central tower. The temple is having a base of more than 12 ft and covered a rectangular area. Five towers have shrines for five different deities as mentioned above. Ventilation system is too adequate. From outside this temple looks like double storied but inside of the temple has a high roof. Top base of the temple having a carved boundary wall decorated with carved domes and Jali work. Outside of the temple has parking facility. Two entrances have been made one from front and one from rear. But devotees are only allowed to enter from front area. A Park and lake is closed to the temple premises and while colored temple looks magnificent during night with lights on condition.
How to Reach
This temple is accessible through various ways of transportation.
By Air
Kanpur airport is the nearest air station located at 15 kilometers from this temple and well connected with road transportation.
By Rail
Kanpur central or Anwarganj is the nearest railway station and very closed to the temple. Distance from the temple is just 5 kilometers. Auto rickshaws are easily available.
By Road
Road connectivity of Kanpur is good with other major cities. Inside the city, there are sufficient wide road and auto rickshaws from Bus station, railway station and airport are all time available on affordable charges.
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