AKSHARDHAM MANDIR

AKSHARDHAM MANDIR

'Akshardham' means the divine abode of God. It is hailed as an eternal place of devotion, purity and peace. Swaminarayan Akshardham at New Delhi is a Mandir – an abode of God, a Hindu house of worship, and a spiritual and cultural campus dedicated to devotion, learning and harmony.

 Timeless Hindu spiritual messages, vibrant devotional traditions and ancient architecture all are echoed in its art and architecture.The mandir is a humble tribute to Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781- 1830), the avatars, devas and great sages of Hinduism. 

The traditionally-styled complex was inaugurated on 6 November 2005 with the blessings of HH Pramukh Swami Maharaj and through the devoted efforts of skilled artisans and volunteers.

Opened 6th November 2005

Constructed by Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS)

Inspired by HH Yogiji Maharaj (1892-1971 CE)

Created by His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj

More than 300,000,000 volunteer hours went into making the complex

Over 8,000 volunteers from across the world participated in building it

Mandir built from intricately carved sandstone and marble

Exhibitions on Hinduism, including Bhagwan Swaminarayan's life and teachings such as prayer, compassion, and non-violence.

Open gardens, water bodies and step-well styled courtyard

Abhishek Donation:

₹ 50 per person.

Timings: 9:30am to 8:00pm.

Aarti Time: 6:30pm.

Time to See:

10 to 25 minutes

Ritual Duration:

10 to 15 minutes

The heart of the Swaminarayan Akshardham complex is the Akshardham mandir. 

Inaugurated on 6 November 2005, the mandir is an effort to offer a home to God that honors . His glory and divinity –- a timeless, beautiful and peaceful home for God here on Earth. It is a temporal abode of God and the devotion, values and culture He inspires.
 
Architecturally, the mandir is an homage to traditional Indian Hindu architecture. It is designed with an eye to The ancient and middle-agemedieval Indian treatises on architectural science, - the shilpa shastras, have guided the mandir’s design and construction from its distinctive style of carving and its proportions to its avoidance of . 
Accordingly, the mandir is made without the use of ferrous metal in construction.

The Akshardham mandir consists of 234 intricately carved pillars, 9 ornate domes, 20 quadrangled spires and 20,000 statues of India’s Hinduism’s spiritual personalities. 

The mandir reaches 141.3 feet into the sky, spans 316 feet in width,and is 356 feet long. Inside the mandir, each worshipfully carved pillar, ceiling and dome shares a story of devotion, offers darshan of a deity, or captures an incident from the life of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.

Entry: Free and open to all.

Timings:

9:30am to 8:00pm.

Aarti:

10:00am and 6:00pm.

Time to See: 45 minutes

Note:

This water show is very powerful show to watch

The Sahaj Anand Water Show is a breathtaking 24-minute presentation which unites a variety of intriguing media to bring to life a story from the Kena Upanishad. Multi-color lasers, video projections, underwater flames, water jets and surround sound in symphony with lights and live actors produce a captivating and inspiring presentation. International experts contributed their expertise with BAPS volunteers and sadhus to produce this one-of-a-kind presentation.

Tickets:

Adults (Age 12+): ₹ 80
Seniors (Age 60+): ₹ 80
Children (Age 4 – 11): ₹ 50
Children (Below Age 4): Free

Timings: First show starts soon after sunset.
Multiple shows may be held during weekends or public holidays. (Currently : 7:15 pm Tues-Sun)

Time to See:

24 minutes

How to reach:

Airport: Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) - 21 Km

Railway Stations: 

Hazrat Nizamuddin (NZM) - 6 Km
New Delhi (NDLS) - 11 Km
Old Delhi (DLI) - 10 Km
Metro Station: Akshardham Metro - 350 meters (walk) FROM 

AKSHARDHAM METRO STATION

1.   Exit Station and Turn Right

2.   Walk 100 meters and Turn Right

3.   Walk 250 meters & Enter Akshardham - Gate 1

FROM AIRPORT (1HR 30 MINS)

1.   Take Orange Line to New Delhi Metro Station

2.   Disembark at New Delhi Metro Station

3.   Take Yellow Line (toward HUDA City Centre)

4.   Disembark at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station

5.   Take Blue Line (Towards Noida City Centre)

6.   Disembark at Akshardham Metro Station

FROM NEW DELHI RAILWAY STATION (40 MINS)

1.   Walk towards Ajmeri Gate Exit

2.   Walk towards New Delhi Metro Station

3.   Take Yellow Line (toward HUDA City Centre)

4.   Disembark at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station

5.   Take Blue Line (Towards Noida City Centre)

6.   Disembark at Akshardham Metro Station

FROM OLD DELHI RAILWAY STATION (45 MINS)

1.   Walk towards Chandani Chowk Metro Station (350 Meters)

2.   Take Yellow Line (toward HUDA City Centre)

3.   Disembark at Rajiv Chowk Metro Station

4.   Take Blue Line (Towards Noida City Centre)

5.   Disembark at Akshardham Metro Station

BAHAI TEMPLE (LOTUS TEMPLE)

Lotus Temple

Bahai Temple is famously known as Lotus Temple owing to its resemblance to lotus flower. Lotus symbolizes four religions namely Hinduism, Islam, Buddhism and Jainism. Out of the seven major Bahai temples constructed around the world, the one in Delhi was constructed last. The structure was completed in the year 1986 and pure white marble was used in the construction. The place is serene and is open for prayers and meditation by people who follow any religion.

This Bahá’í House of Worship of the Indian subcontinent joins six other Bahá’í Houses of Worship around the world: Apia, Western Samoa; Sydney, Australia; Kampala, Uganda; Panama City, Panama; Frankfurt, Germany; Wilmette, USA. Each of these Houses of Worship, while sharing some basic design concepts, has its own distinct cultural identity embodying the principle of unity in diversity.

Winter: 9:00 am to 5:30 pm (Last Entry 5.00 pm. For winter)

Summer: 9:00 am to 7:00 pm(Last Entry 6.30 pm. For summer)

The Bahá'í House of Worship is open Tuesday through Sunday (Mondays closed). There is no charge for admission.

Information Centre Visiting Hours

Winter: 9:00 am to 5:15 pm

Summer: 9:00 am to 6:45 pm

Winter: 1st October to 31st March

Summer: 1st April to 30th September

  

The temple is located close to the Kalkaji Mandir metro station (on the Violet Line) and right next to the Kalkaji Park. Entry to the temple is via parking lot.

Address:

Lotus Temple Road,

Shambhu Dayal Bagh,

Bahapur, Near Kalkaji Temple,

NewDelhi,Delhi-110019,

India