Akshardham Mandir
The stunning central temple with 234 ornately carved pillars, nine domes, and 20,000 statues of Indian sages, devotees, and divine incarnations.
Read MoreThe majestic Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi stands as one of the world's largest Hindu temples, an architectural marvel completed in 2005 after five years of construction. This spiritual-cultural complex built without steel showcases 10,000 years of Indian and Hindu culture through its spectacular sandstone and marble structure, featuring 20,000 carved deities, breathtaking exhibitions, and meticulously landscaped gardens.
The stunning central temple with 234 ornately carved pillars, nine domes, and 20,000 statues of Indian sages, devotees, and divine incarnations.
Read MoreThe impressive plinth featuring 148 life-sized stone elephants weighing a total of 3,000 tons, each with unique carvings and postures.
Read MoreAn immersive boat ride through 10,000 years of Indian history and cultural achievements depicted through lifelike dioramas
Read MoreRobotic displays and dioramas depicting the life and teachings of Swaminarayan, the founder of the spiritual tradition.
Read MoreA large-format film about the teenage yogi Neelkanth's spiritual journey across India, screened in a specially designed theater.
Read MoreBeautifully landscaped gardens featuring bronze sculptures of India's great contributors to arts, culture, science, and spirituality.
Read MoreExperience the spiritual ambiance of the main temple, marvel at the intricate stone carvings, learn about Hindu philosophy through interactive exhibitions, enjoy the spectacular musical fountain show at sunset, take a boat ride through India's heritage, witness the large-format spiritual film, meditate in the peaceful gardens, and participate in the evening arati (light ceremony).
The temple complex features a well-stocked souvenir shop offering devotional items, books, handicrafts, and replicas of temple artifacts. For more extensive shopping, nearby Connaught Place and Noida Sector 18 provide everything from traditional Indian goods to international brands. Don't miss purchasing the spiritual books and CDs explaining the philosophy behind the monument.
The temple complex houses a vegetarian food court (Premvati Food Court) offering delicious Indian cuisine at reasonable prices. Outside the complex, nearby Connaught Place and Noida Sector 18 provide diverse dining options. The area around the temple quiets down after sunset, and visitors should plan accordingly, arranging reliable transportation for evening visits after the musical fountain show.