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The Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in New Delhi, India was constructed by the BAPS foundation, who are the builders of the various Swaminaryan Temples across the world. The temple went live in 2005.

Swaminarayan Akshardham Temple in New Delhi symbolizes 100 centuries of Indian culture in breathtaking grandeur. The temple showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages.

Swaminarayan Akhshardham Temple in Delhi, which was originally a pilgrimage place, is also becoming a major tourist attraction for the India tourists today. Entry to the complex is free however entry into the theater and exhibition has a nominal fee.

Swaminarayan Akshardham temple is located in the eastern part of Delhi, India with its monumental creations and breathtaking grandeur stands apart amongst the country’s most fascinating structures of all time, with intricately carved pillars, statues of deities and divinites adorned on its walls.

The temple is constructed with pink sandstone from Rajasthan and white marble from Italy. The pink stone symbolizes Bhakti (Devotion) in eternal bloom while the white marble stands for absolute purity and eternal peace.

Constructed under the patronage of Bochasanvasi Aksharpurushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), the temple is a tribute to the glorious culture of India while, at the same time giving a unique glimpse of Hinduism as well.