Akshar Dham Temple
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Akshar Dham - Gandhinagar |
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A specimen of fine craftsmanship, the Akshardham temple in Gandhinagar is one of the largest and most prominent temples in the entire state of Gujarat. Located in Gandhinagar city, the famous Akshardham temple is a place, which consists of a number of things under one roof like art, education, architecture, exhibitions and research. It is truly an architectural masterpiece. Established in the year 1992, the Akshardham temple was built in the dedication of Lord Swaminarayan. The credit for laying the foundation of the famous Akshardham temple at Gandhinahar goes to the Bochasanwasi Akshar-Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS). The highlights of the temple consist of the seven feet long idol of Lord Swaminarayan, the chief deity at the Akshardham temple. Made by using tonnes of pink stones, Akshardham temple is one of the most magnificent edifices of modern India. It measures 240 feet in length, 131 feet in width and 108 feet in height. This intricately carved imperial structure stands regally amid the green garden. Within the complex of Akshardham, lies a beautiful garden known as Sahajanand Van. On one hand, where its beauty lends it the look of a garden and on the other it serves as a park for kids. It encompasses a herbal garden, lake and a waterfall. There is also the ultramodern Akshardham Center for Applied Research in Social Harmony (AARSH). If you want to relax from the rush of the urban confusion then Akshardham temple at Gandhinagar surely is a place to be in. |
Location info: |
| Address:Gandhinagar,Gujrat,India |
| District: Gandhinagar |
| Nearest City: Ahmedabad |
| Best time to visit: October to March. |
Climate/Weather: |
| Summer:43 °C - 25 °C, Winter:27 °C - 12' C |
History: |
| In 1960, the Indian state of Bombay was split into two states — Maharashtra and Gujarat. Ahmedabad was selected to be the first capital of Gujarat. It was proposed that a new capital city be constructed for the state on the lines of the other two planned cities of India — Chandigarh and Bhubaneshwar. Initial plans were to commission the renowned American architect Louis Kahn to build the city to rival Le Corbusier's Chandigarh. But the plans were canceled due to pressure to make the new city an Indian enterprise. |
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| Akshardham Gandhinagar is one of the largest temples in the Indian state of gujrat.The temple complex combines devotions, art, architecture, education, exhibitions and research at one place. |
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Monument: Hari Mandapam: Vibhuti Mandapam: Prasadi Mandapam: Exhibitions: Sahajanand: Sat-Chit-Anand: magery.Floor area: Nityanand: Garden: Research Center:
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How to reach? |
| Nearest Railway Station:Gandhinagar and Ahmedabad railway station. |
| Nearest Airport:Ahmedabad,airport |
| Road Transport:State transport buses connect various cities of Gujarat. |
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| Children's Park: This is a good picnic spot for families, children and the youth. There is a lake and you may avail the boating facility provided. There is a mini train also which children may find very amusing. SaritaUdyan: Akin to the Children`s park the Sarita Udyan as the name suggests is a park and is a prominent picnic spot. The recreational facilities available here are one of a kind and is a must visit. 1 Deer Park: Adjacent to the Sarita Udyan is the deer park. It serves as a perfect refuge for those seeking some calm and peace away from the din of the city. It’s not merely for the young but you can see older people visiting the place as well. Craftsmen's Village: The highly advanced capital city, Gandhinagar also has a distinct place which is dedicated to the art of Bandhani prints .The village is situated about 7 km form the capital city. It is popular not merely for the prints but also wooden blocks carved with exquisite designs on hand printed cloth. Those of you who wish to purchase some ethnic bandhani printed fabric must visit the place as you get them at very reasonable prices. Adlaj: This spot is known to be famous for its step-well Called AdlajVav and during the ancient times this location was known as Dandi Desh, the spot pulls in tourist from far and near. Koba Teerth: During the year 1980 this holy shrine of Koba Teerth was built in memory of His Holiness Acharyashri Kailas Sagarsuriji Maharaj Saheb. The greatest wonder of this shrine is that, every year during the month May dated 22nd, the ray of the rising sun will pass through to the pinnacle and shine on the forehead of the idol of Bhagwan Mahavir Swami, this idol is beautifully placed in the shrine in the position of Padmasana and white in colour which enhances divinity to the pilgrims and visitors. This wonder temple of Jain pilgrim center is situated on the way between Gandhinagar and Ahemdabad and on the banks of the River Sabarmati. |
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IBP Petrol Pump:Gandhinagar,Gujarat,India Raysan Petrol Pump:Gandhinagar,Gujarat,India |
Hotels/Lodge/Accommodation: |
| Hotel Haveli:Gandhinagar,Gujrat,India Sovereign-The Heritage Hotel:Gandhinagar,Gujrat,India |
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| Police Station:100 |
| Nearest Hospital: Apollo Hospital:Gandhinagar,Gujarat,India Rajasthan hospital:Ahmedabad,Gujarat,India |
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| Links:www.akshardham.com |
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