Akshardham Tourism Spot and Timings

Swaminarayan Akshardham temple is the full name of Akshardham Temple which is one of the recently built structure in India. It is one of the most attractive structure because of its great architecture. People from all over the world come to India to witness the exotic beauty of Akshardham during the akshardham delhi timings. It has made it place in the list of tourist attraction in India along with Qutab Minar, Taj Mahal and various other monuments across India.

 In 1968 Brahmaswarup Yogiji Maharasj had expressed his desire that there should be a mandir on the banks of river Yamuna. In other words we can say that in 1968 there was a conception or birth of idea of Akshardham temple in Delhi. His wish was passed onto his followers and with the efforts of his successor and spiritual master of BAPS, HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj his desire took a form.

In the year 2000 Bhumi Darshan and Shilanyas Mahotsav of Akshardham temple in Delhi took place and a year later in 2001 first stone-laying ceremony was performed. Swamishri visited the place in the year 2002 and soon after Dwarshakh Khadsal Pujan took place. In the year 2003 Mandir Murti-Pratishtha took place which was followed by Ghummat Chavi Pujan.  In 2004, again Swamishri visited the place to look over the progress of construction of Akshardham temple. At last in the year 2005 Murti Sthapan Vidhi was performed and now people visit the temple in the akshardham delhi timings.

Akshardham temple in Delhi is a work of flawless artwork and architecture which is being appreciated by all people visiting the place. This temple is dedicated to Swaminarayan. It is located near Mayur Vihar in Delhi on the banks of river Yamuna thus one can say that Akshardham temple in Delhi is dipped in the holy river of spirituality. To keep the security of the place pilgrims are allowed in the temple between akshardham delhi timings

Akshardham temple in Delhi was constructed in the year 2000, however it was opened to the public in the month of November, 2005. It is being regarded as one of the most fabulous and fascinating modern monuments. It has made a place in Guinness Book of world records.

Akshardham is regarded as a great Hindu temple located in calm and serene surroundings away from the hustle and bustle environment of the capital of India, Delhi.  A person who wants to visit the place needs to know the Akshardham temple delhi timings well before hand because Akshardham temple delhi timings varies according to the season. The Akshardham temple delhi timings are given below: 

Entry Timings: (From July 19, 2011)            

Complex- First Entry 9.30 am, Last Entry 6.30 pm              

Exhibitions- 10.30 am to 6.00 pm

Musical Fountain 7.45 pm (Please note that timings will change as per season, depending on Sunset timings.

The entire Swaminarayan Akshardham Complex is closed on Mondays

Night Lighting:   On Saturdays, Sundays.               

Restaurant 'Premvati':- 11:00 am to 8:00 pm       

Souvenir Shop:- 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

Akshardham Delhi Timings

Entry Timings: (From July 19, 2011)            

Complex- First Entry 9.30 am, Last Entry 6.30 pm              

Exhibitions- 10.30 am to 6.00 pm

Musical Fountain 7.45 pm (Please note that timings will change as per season, depending on Sunset timings.

The entire Swaminarayan Akshardham Complex is closed on Mondays

Night Lighting:   On Saturdays, Sundays.               

Restaurant 'Premvati':- 11:00 am to 8:00 pm       

Souvenir Shop:- 11:00 am to 8:00 pm

Address - Swaminarayan Akshardham

N. H. 24,

Near Noida Mor, New Delhi,

INDIA - 110092

Tel: (011) 2201 6688, 2202 6688

Fax: (011) 2201 5757

More Info:

Cloakroom: Visitors can deposit their possessions in the cloakroom at their own risk and responsibility. The authorities will not be responsible for any damage or loss of possessions.

Visitors Center: While entering the Swaminarayan Akshardham Complex, the Visitors Center provides an overview of the entire complex. Time guidelines for viewing the various attractions can be obtained from here. Enquiries and waiting areas are located here.

Wheelchairs: On entry into the Swaminarayan Akshardham Complex, aged and handicapped visitors may request for a wheelchair, which will be provided on a priority basis. We request relatives/friends of wheelchair users to accompany and help them around the complex. Wheelchairs must be returned before leaving the complex. Refundable deposit - Rs. 100.

Telephone Booths: Public telephones are available at the Visitors Center and other locations around the complex.

Lost and Found Department: Give details of your lost possessions in the Security Department. The management is not responsible for any loss or damage to personal possessions.

Strictly Prohibited:

Smoking and Alcohol

Smoking, tobacco, alcohol and drugs are not allowed in the complex.

Mobile Phones, Cameras

Cameras, video cameras, mobile phones or any electronic items are not allowed inside the complex.

Food

Visitors are not allowed to carry food inside the premises. Pure, fresh vegetarian food and snacks are available at Premvati Food Court. The restaurant caters to a wide variety of traditional dishes and delicacies, both cold and hot.

Behavior

Avoid impolite and rude language.

Pets

No pets are allowed in the complex.

Akshardham

Delhi now boasts a wonder . Akshardham Temple , considered the largest Hindu temple in the world , has been included in the list of "Seven Wonders of the 21st Century " by Reader's Digest . The 100-acre complex with its stunning main temple ranked fifth in a list topped by the Buddha statue in Lushan County , China .

Akshardham authorities are pleased , though slightly baffled by the honour . "I'm not sure what logic they have followed. There are different parameters for different things ," says spokesperson Janak Dave . The seven wonders , according to the popular magazine , include two natural wonders that have existed for millennia but were discovered in the 21st century — the Cave of Crystals in Mexico and the Darvaza Gas Crater in Turkmenistan . The two occupy the second and fifth positions , respectively . Dave , understandably , wonders at the criteria for selection . As far as the designers of Akshardham — an "in-house team " of sadhus and Somapuras (traditional designers of temples ), enlisted as consultants — are concerned , they were just doing their job. Monuments that consistently feature in wonders lists — the Great Wall of China , Great Pyramid of Giza — were engineering marvels for their time . Akshardham , ironically , won a place by doing things the way they've been done for centuries . It's built in the Nagari style of temple architecture .

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