Frequently Asked Question

How to reach Kanak Bhawan?

Kanak Bhawan sits in the Tulsi Nagar locality of Ayodhya, roughly 2 km from Ayodhya Junction (Faizabad) railway station. From the station, auto-rickshaws are the most common way to get there — the fare is typically ₹30–50. You can also hire a cycle-rickshaw for about ₹20 if you prefer a slower, scenic ride through the old lanes.

If you are arriving by road, Ayodhya is connected to Lucknow (135 km), Varanasi (210 km), and Prayagraj (165 km) via NH-27 and NH-330A. State Roadways buses from Lucknow run frequently and take about 2.5 to 3 hours. Taxis from Lucknow cost around ₹2,000–2,500 one-way.

The nearest airport is Ayodhya Airport (also known as Maryada Purushottam Shriram Airport), which became operational in December 2023 and now has direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, and several other cities. From the airport, Kanak Bhawan is about 12 km, reachable by pre-paid taxi or app-based cab in 20–25 minutes.

Once in Ayodhya, Kanak Bhawan is easy to combine with Ram Janmabhoomi (1.2 km away), Hanuman Garhi (900 m), and the Ram Katha Museum (2 km). Most visitors cover all these in a single day on foot or by auto.

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How to reach Kanak Bhawan?

Kanak Bhawan is located in the Tulsi Nagar area of Ayodhya, about 2 km from Ayodhya Junction Railway Station. It can be easily reached via local transport like auto-rickshaws, taxis or by foot.

Why is Kanak Bhawan a major tourist attraction?

In addition to being an important Hindu pilgrimage site, Kanak Bhawan is also a beautiful piece of architecture that draws history and architecture enthusiasts. The splendid carvings and paintings depicting Ramayana scenes also attract art lovers.

Which festivals are celebrated at Kanak Bhawan?

Some major Hindu festivals celebrated grandly at Kanak Bhawan are Ram Navami (Lord Rama’s birthday), Deepavali, and Vijaya Dashami. The temple attracts thousands of devotees during these festivals.

What are the timings and entry fee for Kanak Bhawan?

The temple timings are from 8 AM to 11 AM, and 4:30 PM to 9 PM. Entry into Kanak Bhawan is free for all visitors.

What is the architecture and main deities of Kanak Bhawan?

Kanak Bhawan showcases the Bundela architectural style of north India. The central hall has arched doorways on three sides. The inner sanctum houses three pairs of idols of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, with gold crowns. The idols are decorated with heavy gold ornaments.

What is the history and significance of Kanak Bhawan?

Kanak Bhawan is believed to have been originally gifted to Goddess Sita by Lord Rama’s stepmother Queen Kaikayi. Over the years, it has undergone renovations by historical figures like Vikramaditya and Vrish Bhanu Kunwari. The current structure was rebuilt in 1891 by Vrish Bhanu Kunwari. It is religiously significant as a temple dedicated to Lord Rama and Goddess Sita. The name “Kanak Bhawan” means “golden house”.