he construction of the temple was completed in 1984. The temple complex consists of three temples, the central one devoted to Goddess Mahalakshmi, the west end to Goddess Saraswati and the east end to Maharaja Agrasena. It also encompasses a pond Shakti Sarovar and an amusement park. A festival known as Agroha Maha Kumbh is held every year on Sharad Purnima. At a distance of one km from the temple complex is the Sheela Mata Temple. The temple was opened for general public in 1988. It was constructed in the memory of Sheela Mata who ended her life as a Sati. The temple is devoted to Tridevi. Agrawal families from all over India come here for Mundan ceremony of their children.
St. Thomas' Church is a major religious place for Christians living in the city. The church was consecrated in 1865 by Lord Bishop of Calcutta. The church has been declared as a historical monument by Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage. It is named after St. Thomas who visited India in 52 AD.
The city also has a Gurudwara named Shri Guru Singh Sabha built in 1925 which is a prominent religious place for Sikhs. A local deityBanbhori is also worshipped by local people.
Parks and recreation
The oldest park located in the city is the Krantiman Park. It is a part of the St. Thomas Church Complex. The park was built in the 19th century and was then known as Company Bagh. A memorial was placed in the park in the memory of Collector John Wedderburn and 43 other people who were killed during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The park was remodeled in 1983 and was renamed as Krantiman Park.
Another major park located in the city is Madhuban Park situated near the Mahabir Stadium. The park was commissioned in 1972. and houses a swimming pool, children's library and a Kala Kendra. Located at the centre of the city is Town Park. The park was opened for public in 2000. It was developed and is
