Introduction
Delhi India’s capital city – an incredibly lively and constantly evolving city that in the same time has fabulous connection and respect to tradition and spirituality. Besides colours and unique architecture of buildings and fascinating streets, they will be able to observe numerous temples demonstrating the ethnicity of the city. For the guest’s who are having their accommodation in the hotels in Delhi like Zip By Spree Hotels Delhi Greater Kailash these temples are a worthy visit to have a qualitative addition to their experience. Delhi is rich in temples and each of them is the best example of architecture and religion, so people both inhabitants and guests of Delhi cannot but visit them.
Akshardham Temple
Similar to many other temples in India it is one of the largest and most beautiful temples also known as Akshardham Temple. It was established in the year 2005 and solely focuses on Swaminarayan Akshardham temple. This temple has the largest hall for exhibitions and a musical fountian as well. It represents the great architecture of India and is a great place for anybody who wants to take a look at the spiritual side of Delhi.
Lotus Temple
Constructed and dedicated to the Bahá’í faith in 1986 this house of worship features what looks like a lotus flower with 27 petals. It is a Bahá’í temple and open for everyone without any discrimination of the faith they practice. The Lotus Temple is among the most visited points of interest in Delhi by the visitors from across the globe. Ironically in 2011 it received more visitors than the Taj Mahal and Eiffel tower.
Kalkaji Mandir
Kalkaji Mandir, situated in Kaalkaji which is at a walk able distance from Kaalkaji Metro Station in South Delhi is devoted to Goddess Shakti. It was constructed in the year 1764 and therefore can be considered one of the oldest temples of India. This building is especially recognized for its marvelous and artistic structures, and also for being a house of wishes.
ISKCON Temple
ISKCON Temple New Delhi or the International Society for Krishna Consciousness was instituted in the year 1998 at Nehru Place in South Delhi. Paying reverence to Lord Krishna, this temple is one of the branches in countries like Canada, Hong Kong, Australia and so on. Hence, it is more often used by devotees and those interested in religious tourism.
Chhatarpur Temple
Chhatarpur Temple is one amongst major temples in Delhi and is situated approximately about 4 kilometers from the Qutub Minar. It was built in the fusion of the architectural style that is predominant in the Southern and the Northern part of India. Carved out of white marble, it gives a feeling of royalty and look very clean.
Hanuman Mandir
One of the popular religious places is Hanuman Mandir being near the Jhandewala Metro Station The statue of Lord Hanuman is very big and can be seen from the metro trains passing through Karol Bagh and Jhandewala. As per historical archeologists it is one of the oldest temple existing in India probably during the period of Mahabharata.
Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir built on consultant with Laxminarayan Temple and is established in Connaught Place. Constructed in the year 1938, this temple was constructed by Baldev Das Birla and was worshiped dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. This temple was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi on the condition that no Untouchables could be forbidden to enter this temple.
Jagannath Temple
Jagannath temple at Delhi is a copy of the famous Jagnath temple of Odisha. Situated at a distance of approx 1 km from INA Metro Station, specifically, more Oriya people visit this place. The celebrated event of the temple is Rath Yatra Festival, which is also one of the festival celebrated in this place with extravaganza.
Gauri Shankar Temple
The temple listed under the name Gauri Shankar Temple is situated in Old Delhi and is the dwelling place of Lord Shiva and his spouse Parvati. This is an impressive temple of presumably pre-Vedic period and is known for a Shiva Lingam made of a peculiar black stone; it is also one of the oldest creations in Delhi.
Digambar Jain Mandir
Digambar Jain Mandir was constructed in 1658 Near Gauri Shankar Temple, Chandni Chowk, Old Delhi. This temple has distinction of being one of the most renowned Jain temple of Delhi and is worship place of Lord Mahavira.
Conclusion
Temples in Delhi provide a peek into the kind of religion and culture history that Delhi has to offer. While imposing business hotels such as Zip By Spree Hotels Delhi Greater Kailash are fitting for this city, or while exploring Delhi’s colourful streets full of life, visiting these temples gives one a moment of peace as well as an insight into Delhi’s religious past. Every temple has its own structure, its history and contributes to the cultural and architectural richness of the city; therefore, they are among the most significant landmarks, which shouldn’t be missed by any tourist visiting Delhi.
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