Delhi temples aren't sightseeing—they're energy centers. Locals hit these for job breakthroughs, marriage fixes, health crises. I've covered exact Google Maps links, must-know visitor rules, and what actually happens when you go. No tourist traps. Real spiritual power spots.
1. Akshardham Temple
Marble masterpiece. Evening fountain show mesmerizing. Security like airport.
Google Maps: Akshardham
Visitor Must-Knows: No phones/bags/cameras inside (strict lockers). Closed Mondays. 2hr security line peak times. Metro: Akshardham (Blue). Women: dupatta mandatory. Offerings: flowers only, no food.
2. Chhatarpur Temple (Shri Aadya Katyayani Shaktipith Mandir, Delhi)
70-acre Devi complex. Navratri feels cosmic. Multiple shrines = full day.
Google Maps: Chhatarpur
Visitor Must-Knows: Sprawling—no shoes entire campus (hot marble!). Modest dress strict (shoulders/knees covered). Separate ladies queue. Metro: Chattarpur + 10min auto. Carry water—sun brutal.
3. Hanuman Mandir Connaught Place
400yr old murti. Tuesday 4AM crowds insane (pure devotion).
Google Maps: CP Hanuman
Visitor Must-Knows: Tiny space = body-to-body darshan. Tuesdays: arrive 3AM or forget it. No leather belts/wallets inside. Women cover head. Metro: Rajiv Chowk, Outer Circle.
4. Gauri Shankar Temple
Chandni Chowk Shiva with temple turtles. Old Delhi alive.
Google Maps: Gauri Shankar
Visitor Must-Knows: Street chaos outside, peace inside. Cash-only zone. Offer bilva leaves (₹20 stall). Metro: Chandni Chowk, 2min walk. Morning 6AM before market madness.
5. ISKCON Temple Delhi
Krishna modern. Gita robot weirdly cool. Govinda food excellent.
Google Maps: ISKCON Delhi
Visitor Must-Knows: Chant sheets available. 7PM aarti = peak. Free parking. Women: modest dress, head covered optional. Metro: Govindpuri (Violet).
6. Kalkaji Mandir
Devi raw power. Navratri: kilometer lines, electric devotion.
Google Maps: Kalkaji
Visitor Must-Knows: Ladies separate queue (faster). No leather items. Festival days: 4hr wait. Metro: Kalkaji Mandir. Offer coconut/sindoor.
7. Jhandewalan Hanuman Mandir
Giant Hanuman visible from flyover. Tuesday devotion unmatched.
Google Maps: Jhandewalan
Visitor Must-Knows: Street narrow—park far. Tuesdays: 3hr darshan wait. Offer sindoor/laddoo. Metro: Jhandewalan (Blue).
8. Yogmaya Temple
Pandava-era oldest Delhi survivor. Quiet power near Qutub.
Google Maps: Yogmaya
Visitor Must-Knows: Tiny—5min darshan max. No photography. Modest dress. Metro: Qutub Minar + 15min auto. Morning peaceful.
9. Birla Mandir (Laxminarayan)
Central Vishnu-Lakshmi. Gardens perfect sunset. Gandhi visited.
Google Maps: Birla Mandir
Visitor Must-Knows: Paid parking ₹50. Guided tours available. Offer lotuses. Metro: Rajiv Chowk, 10min walk.
10. Kilkari Bhairav Temple
Bhairav accepts alcohol offerings. Pragati Maidan mystic edge.
Google Maps: Kilkari Bhairav
Visitor Must-Knows: Alcohol/cigarette stalls outside (cultural). Quiet weekdays. Offer liquor (small bottle). Metro: Supreme Court.
