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  2. The grand, ancient-style, ornately hand-carved stone temple has been built without structural steel within five years by 11,000 artisans and volunteers. Pramukh Swami, revered spiritual leader of BAPS, consecrated the temple on 6 November 2005. Akshardham showcases the essence of India's ageless art, borderless culture and timeless values. [62]

  3. Feb 19, 2021 · The temple complex of Swaminarayan Akshardham had been planned since 1968: it was originally a vision of the Yogiji Maharaj, the spiritual head of a Hindu denomination known as BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha.

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  4. The main temple is built entirely of Rajasthani pink sandstone, and is 141 feet high, 316 feet wide, and 370 feet long. It is intricately carved with scenes from Hindu mythology, and features 234 ornately carved pillars, nine domes, and 20,000 idols.

  5. Welcome to Swaminarayan Akshardham, a unique complex of Indian culture in India’s capital, New Delhi. It beautifully showcases Indian art, wisdom, heritage and values as a tribute to Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781-1830 CE), a torchbearer of Indian culture. Set in a vast 100-acre site, Swaminarayan Akshardham was built in only 5 years. Inspired and

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  6. Jun 18, 2021 · The temple is an architectural beauty with more than 234 beautifully carved pillars, 9 elaborate domes, 20 quadrangle spires and more than 20,000 sculptures of great spiritual gurus of India. The whole temple is built using Italian Carrara marble and pink sandstone from Rajasthan.

  7. Built by: Pramukh Swami Maharaj. Built in: During 2000-05. Inaugurated by: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Manmohan Singh. Dedicated to: Swaminarayan. Attraction: Largest Temple complex in India. Highlights: Intricate architecture & various shows.

  8. Architecture. How To Reach The Temple. Daily Poojas And Festivals. Videos. Additional Information. The history of Akshardham temple suggests that there are about 93 pillars that are sculpted and more than 40 windows having carving from either sides that allows patterns to look outstanding.