AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE DELHI

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AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE DELHI

Akshardham signifies the perfect habitation God. It is hailed as an endless spot of dedication, immaculateness and harmony. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir – a house of God, a Hindu worship place. The mandir is an unassuming tribute to Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781-1830), the incredible sages of Hinduism. The generally styled complex was inaugurated on 6 November 2005 by HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj and through the devoted efforts of artisans and volunteers.

In New Delhi, Swaminarayan Akshardham is a symbol of 10,000 years of Indian culture with its beauty and intelligence. It shows the spirit of India's ancient architecture, traditions. Akshardham's experience is an important journey for India's glorious art, values ​​and progress, joy and harmony of mankind.

Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple was made in only five years. The Guinness World Recognition was recognized as the world's largest comprehensive Hindu temple. This complex was inaugurated on November 6, 2005.

AKSHARDHAM MANDIR COMPLEX

Akshardham Mandir

Mandir (temple) devoted to Bhagwan Swaminarayan that mirrors the beauty of India’s ancient art, culture, and architecture
Nilkanth Varni Abhishek
A holy tradition in which 151 holy rivers, lakes and ponds of India, are prayed for world peace

Exhibitions

Hall 1 - Hall of Values
Experience of human values through films and robots shows that non-violence, honesty and religiousness, show the ideals.

Hall 2 - Screen Film     
You can discover India through the story of an eleven year old Nilkantha, who brings the glory of the culture and spirituality of India's customs, art and architecture.

Hall 3 - Cultural Boat Ride
Enjoy the Sail through 10,000 years of India's superb heritage. Learn about the discoveries and inventions of the sage scientists of India, the world's first Taxila University caves of Ajanta-Ellora, realize the contribution of India for humankind through sails and eras.

Musical Fountain - Circle of Life (Only Evening show)
A remarkable musical fountain show that describes the cycle of birth, life, and death as described in Indian philosophy.

Lotus Garden
There is a lotus-shaped garden inside the Akshardham Complex.

FACTS AND FIGURES

  • Opened on 6th November 2005
  • Constructed by Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS)
  • Inspired by HH Yogiji Maharaj (1892-1971 CE)
  • More than 8,000 volunteers from all over the world participated in building it
  • Temple built from intricately carved sandstone and marble.


TICKETS AND TIMINGS

Complex Entry                                           Free

Exhibition Ticket
Adult (12 years & above)                          Rs. 220
Senior Citizens (65 years & above)           Rs. 170
Children (4 to 11 years)                             Rs. 120
Children (Below 4 years)                           Free

Musical Fountain Ticket
Adult (12 years & above)                           Rs. 80
Senior Citizens (65 years & above)           Rs. 80
Children (4 to 11 years)                             Rs. 50
Children (Below 4 years)                          Free

These Exhibition Tickets have all the exhibitions include Sahajanand Darshan, Neelkanth Darshan and Sanskruti Darshan. Single tickets for an individual exhibition are not offered.

Time to See
Sahajanand Darshan                              1 hour
Neelkanth Darshan                               45 minutes
Sanskruti Darshan                                15 minutes
Water Show                                          24 minutes

Note
Food or drinks are not allowed inside exhibition halls.
Rest rooms are positioned at entry and exits of exhibition Hall.

Timings
Akshardham Temple
First Entry            9:30am
Last Entry            6:30pm
Exhibitions          10:00AM - 5:30 PM
CLOSED             EVERY MONDAY

Facilities

Parking                         Rates per type of vehicle
Cloakroom                    Deposit at owner’s risk
Food Court                   Snacks, Beverages and Meals (Vegetarian Only)

Not Allowed

All Electronic Items as Mobiles, Camera, Hands-Free
All Bags
Food & Drinks
Tobacco & Alcohol Products
All Personal Belongings

Allowed

Shoes
Belts
Wallets
Ladies Purses (Handheld)
Jewelry
Passports
Infant Baby Food

Best Time to Visit Akshardham Temple

The temple is open all year around. it is smarter to stay away from summer from March to June. Summers are sweltering, muggy and drying out. Monsoon is not good for visit also. The best time to visit the Temple is winter season, which begins in October and finishes in February.
It is smarter to visit in the late evening, as you will have sufficient opportunity to see all of the attractions including Musical fountain show.

How to Reach

Nearest Metro Station             Akshardham Metro Station


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