Prahladpuri Temple, Multan

Prahladpuri Temple was a Hindu shrine in Multan featuring a main hall, circumambulatory passages, skylights, and a large mandapa structure. The complex sat adjacent to the Shrine of Bahauddin Zakariya, forming an important religious compound at this location.

The temple underwent multiple reconstruction cycles, with records showing a golden temple at this site in the 15th century before Sher Shah Suri dismantled it. Following later rebuilding efforts, the site was ultimately left in ruins starting in 1992.

The temple bears the name of Prahlada and honors Narasimha, the half-lion half-man form of Vishnu who emerged from a pillar to protect a devoted worshipper. This divine story shaped the purpose of the structure and remains visible in its religious context and role within the city's history.

The site has remained in ruins since 1992 and is managed by the Evacuee Trust Property Board of Pakistan. Visitors should be aware of structural instability and exercise caution, as the location is not developed for public visitation.

Local traditions mention that the original temple structure contained columns and a roof made entirely of pure gold. This legend of sunken treasures beneath the site continues to captivate people in the region today.

Location: Punjab

Website: http://pakistanhinducouncil.org

GPS coordinates: 30.19778,71.46972

Latest update: December 12, 2025 08:00