Akshardham Temple

A symbol of Indian culture, spirituality and architectural excellence, Akshardham Temple or Swaminarayan Akshardham stands as a renowned Hindu temple and a spiritual-cultural complex. Built in the year 2005 by the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), the temple is dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan. Comprising eight intricately carved mandapams, the walls of the temple are adorned with timeless Hindu teachings and traditional practices. At the heart lies the murti of Lord Swaminarayan along with that of 20,000 deities and significant personalities of the traditional Hindu culture. Registered as the “World’s Largest Comprehensive Hindu Temple” in the Guinness Book of World Records, the temple also features the sixty-acred Garden of India and the surrounding holy waters of the Narayana Sarovara. Tourists can immerse themselves in the Indian traditional and historical journey by exploring the various exhibits including a cultural boat ride as well as a musical fountain show conducted within the premises. Overall, a trip to Akshardham Temple provides a unique chance to delve deeply into Indian culture, spirituality, and architectural brilliance, making it a must-visit for those seeking enrichment and enlightenment.

Not to Miss

• Explore the beautiful lotus-shaped garden within the complex.
• If you want to learn about the various Indian historical figures through their bronze sculptures, then must visit the Garden of India.

Travel Tips

• The timings are from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM. The temple remains closed on Mondays.
• There is no entry fee but a ticket price is to be paid for the exhibits and the fountain show.