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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe\ntemple complex was built within 5 years by the blessings of HDH Pramukh Swami\nMaharaj of Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha known as\nBAPS. The construction of the complex was an effort of 11,000 artisans and\nthousands of BAPS. The temple houses statues of Hindu Gods and Goddess such as\nLord Rama and Goddess Sita; Lord Krishna and Goddess Radha; Lord Shiva and\nGoddess Parvati Devi. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Akshardham in Delhi History<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Swami Narayan in his childhood was unlike other children and was very spiritual and devotional. He came out of his family in heavy rain and was saw on the banks of River Yamuna where the complex was built at present. His father and mother accepted him to be a saint and left him. From then on he used to live the same as Saint. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The\nplace is situated on the banks of River Yamuna River and is inaugurated by Dr\nA.P.J Abdul Kamal in 2005. The complex is the perfect example of Pancharatra\nShastra and Vastu Shastra. The prime minister of India at that time Mr Manmohan\nSingh and the opposition leader Mr L.K Advani attended the inauguration\nfunction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Architecture of Akshardham<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Akshardham in Delhi was constructed with Marbles and Pink Sandstone. The Akshardham Mandir is at the center of the Complex. The complex is constructed in a vast area that comprises of all the main Hindu temples surrounded by the gardens, open courtyards and water bodies, and exhibitions where each section presents an intriguing aspect of Hindu spirituality and religion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The complex strictly followed the traditional Vastu and Pancharatra Shastras. The complex displays the detailed carvings of animals, flowers, musicians, dancers, and Hindu gods and goddesses. The complex construction used materials like Carrara marbles and Rajasthani Red Stones. More than 6000 tons of pink sandstones were brought from Rajasthan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The temple was majestically with a height of 141.3 feet and is spread around 316 feet. The complex comprises 234 pillars with beautiful carvings. The main statue of Swami Narayan is 11 feet long and is placed under the central dome. The statues of the Hindu gods and Goddess and also the main shrine will be surrounded by other great sages. Each statue in the Akshardham was constructed with 5 metals called Panch Dhaatu.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The entrance has great huge majestic gates. There are 10 gates which represents 10 directions. Tourists enter through Bhakti Dwar also known as Gate of Devotion to enter the Akshardham. There are 2 other Mayur Dwars also called Peacock Gates. Between the 2 Mayur Dwars is the \u2018Charnarvind\u2019 where the place has a huge replica of Swami Narayan Footprints. The footprints were also comprised of 16 holy symbols where all the four sides are built-in marbles and was surrounded by water showers.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Inside Akshardham Temple<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Akshardham Temple has many things to visit and do. The temple consists of Garbhagruh, Mandapams. One can see the number of Mandapams inside the temple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Garbhagruh is the inner part of the temple that consists of idols of Bhagwan Swami Narayan along with other saints and Gods and Goddesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n There are several numbers of Mandapams inside the Akshardham temple. They are Paramhansa Mandapam which is 72 feet high decorated with carvings. Ghanshyam Mandapam, 38 feet high which is built on 8 pillars and showcases a wide dome. Lila Mandapam, 72 feet high, which as 4 faced pillars. Neelkanth Mandapam adorned with 8 sided pillars and dome. Smruti Mandapam is the place where Swami Narayan’s clothes, hair, footprints and beads etc. are preserved. Sahajanand Mandapam is 32 feet high, where Bhagavan sat under the neem tree. Bhakta Mandapam has 148 statues of followers of Swami Narayan. Purushottam Mandapam is the place where Swami Narayan is along with his devotee Akshar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Akshardham\nalso houses Mandovar, Narayana Peeth, Gajendra Peeth or Elephant Plinth,\nYagnapurush Kund, Thematic Gardens, Abhishek Mandap, Narayan Sarovar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Mandovar <\/strong><\/em>\u2013 Mandovar is the outer part of the temple and is one of the largest in the country. The place consists of 2000 stone sculptures of great saints and avatars of Hindus. The height of the place is 25 feet and the length is 611 feet. Each layer of the place has the great carving representing the Hindu life, god, and spirituality. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Narayan Peeth<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 This is the path where devotees can offer pradakshinas to the temple in Akshardham. The path is 60 feet long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Gajendra Peeth<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 The lower pradakshina path of Akshardham temple is the Gajendra Peeth. The path represents the architectural style of the base of elephants at palaces and temples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yagnapurush Kund<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 This is the traditional place of wells. This kund can be reached at 2800 steps and 108 small temples. 29 feet high statue made of bronze of Neelkanth Varni is places in front of the stepwell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Thematic Gardens<\/strong><\/em> <\/strong>\u2013 The thematic gardens around the Akshardham showcases great Indian personality\u2019s sculptures. There are 2 gardens at the temple complex. Bharat Upvan in the garden with a vast spread of lush greenery with ancient worriers, freedom fighters, national leader and other famous persons of India. Yogihriday Kamal is another garden built in the shape of Lotus Flower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Abhishek Mandap<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 In this Mandapam devotee can offer abhishekam for Neelkanth Varni idol. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Narayan Sarovar<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 The Narayan Sarovar is the place that is surrounded by water bodies. The water in this place is treated as the holy water as from over 151 rivers and lakes the water is brought here. Some of the rivers and lakes include Manikarnika Ghat, Prayag Triveni Sangam, Pushkar Sarovar, River Ganda, etc. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Apart from the attractive architecture, the temple attracts a wide range of exhibitions that are organized in 3 huge halls. The 3 halls in the temple part are Sahajanand Darshan, Sanskruthi Darshan, and Neelkanth Darshan. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Sahajanand Darshan<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 The place is known for its Hall of Values, Sahajanand Darshan exhibits various varieties of family harmony, non-violence, morality to prayers and many more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sanskruti Darshan<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 Sanskruti Darshan is the most attractive place in the exhibition. The place is famous for the Boat ride. It is the cultural boat ride that takes 12 minutes ride. This activity takes the visitors to the Vedic marketplace, game of Chess, ancient set up of classroom at Takshashila, Yoga Practice and number of stages of Surgeries done in India anciently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Neelkanth Darshan<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 Neelkanth Darshan is the huge theatre with huge screen and houses over 1000 seats for seating. A movie will be played on the life of Swami Narayan (Biography) how his journey and how he became a saint. The movie was shot in 108 locations and has more than 45,000 casts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the major attractions for the tourists is the musical fountain show. The show will be conducted at Yagnapurush Kund. The show will start around 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM. A multitude of technologies are used, such as varied colors of lasers, underwater flames, water jets, sound, and video projections. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\ntimings for entry are done from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For thematic garden, the entry is from 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM. The entry will be closed at 6:30 PM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The\ntimings for the exhibition shows are held from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The entry\ncounter will be closed at 7:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The\nBoat ride timings are from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM and the ticket counter will be\nclosed by 7:00 PM.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The\nentry for the complex, Mandir and Gardens are for free. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For Exhibition<\/strong><\/em>: \u00a0 Adults from 12 years and above \u2013 Rs 170<\/p>\n\n\n\n For senior\ncitizens from 65 years and above \u2013 Rs 125<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children from 4\nto 11 years \u2013 Rs 100.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For Musical Fountain<\/strong><\/em>: \u00a0\u00a0 Adults from 12 years and above \u2013 Rs 30<\/p>\n\n\n\n Senior\nCitizens \u2013 Rs 30<\/p>\n\n\n\n Children\n\u2013 Rs 2<\/p>\n\n\n\n Jewelry; Gents and Ladies Wallets; Passports; Shoes; Belts; Infant\u2019s Food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Electronic devices like Mobiles, Cameras, Pen Drives, and Hand Free, etc.; Food and Drinks; Shoulder straps and hanging bags; toys; Alcoholic products, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All\nthe respectable dresses that covers shoulders and knees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Akshardham is accessible from all the major cities in India. The nearest is the metro station is Swaminarayan Akshardham which is one kilometer and a 12-minute walk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Delhi\nAirport to the place \u2013 23 KM<\/p>\n\n\n\n Delhi\nRailway station to the place \u2013 15 KM<\/p>\n\n\n\n Delhi\nBus Station to the place \u2013 16 KM<\/p>\n\n\n\n Akshardham, Noida Mor,\u00a0New Delhi,\u00a0Delhi,\u00a0110092,\u00a0India<\/p>\n\n\n\n![\"Akshardham](\"https:\/\/tripnetra.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/light-show-in-Akshardham.jpg\")
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Akshardham Musical Fountain<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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