Bahai Temple
The temple represents the Bahai faith which
is broad in its outlook, scientific in the
influence it exerts on the hearts and minds
of men. It signifies the purity and the universality
of the lord and equality of all religions.
Visited by over four million people, annually,
this gleaming lotus- like marble structure
is located on Bahapur Hills (South Delhi)
and it is the seventh and most recent Bahai
houses of worship in the world. The temple
is a must visit for every tourist who comes
to Delhi.
This structure, completed
in 1986, is a marvel of modern architecture.
Set amidst pools and gardens, the view of
the temple is very spectacular just before
dusk when the temple is flood lit.
Anyone is free to visit
the temple and pray or meditate silently
according to their own religion. The temple
is around 45 minutes from Domestic Airport.
Jama Masjid
Built by Shah Jahan in 1658, it is one of
the largest mosques in India with a seating
capacity of more than 20,000.
The mosque is situated
near the Red Fort in old Delhi. This is
the area that still retains the traditional
charm of markets in Mughal times.
The bulbous domes and
tapering minarets built with marble stand
strong and beautiful even to this day. This
mosque has three gateways, four angle towers
and two 40 m. high minarets. You can even
go to the top of minarets and have a bird's
eye view of Delhi.
Birla Mandir
Also known as the Lakshmi Narayan Temple,
it is ideally located in central Delhi (Mandir
Marg). This temple dedicated to 'Lakshmi'
(goddess of wealth) and 'Lord Narayana' (the
preserver) was built in 1938 by the prominent
Indian industrialist Raja Baldev Das Birla
and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi.
The temple, built in Orissan
style, has a large number of idols representing
various hindu deities. It welcomes people
of all faiths.
The temple is also known
for its excellent sculptured panels, wall
paintings and frescoes done by master artists
from Jaipur, Rajasthan.Adjacent to the temple
is 'Geeta Bhavan' where a magnificent statue
of Lord Krishna and beautiful paintings
depicting the epic of Mahabharata are seen.
A temple dedicated to Lord Buddha and wall
paintings depicting his life and teachings
is also located around the central structure
of Birla Mandir. A guest house, a library
and a reading room also form a part of the
temple.
Nizam-ud-din Shrine
This is the tomb of the famous Sufi saint,
Nizam-ud-din Auliya and after his burial it
became the coveted cemetry of Muslim nobility.
The tomb of Jahanara, daughter of Emperor
Shah Jehan and well known poets, Mirza Ghalib
and Amir Khusru are located here.
This shrine is now an
important Muslim pilgrim centre. After sunset,
every Thursday, qawawals sing the melodious
lyrics of Amir Khusro. It is also the venue
for Urs festival.
Location: West of Mathura
Road
ISKCON Temple
Built on a hilly place in 1998, the ISKCON
Temple is a complex of temples. Dedicated
to Lord Krishna, this elegant temple is one
of the largest temple complexes in India.
It has a large number of Hare-Rama Hare-Krishna
followers.
Chattarpur Mandir
It is located beyond the Qutb Minar in Mehrauli.
This temple dedicated to Goddess Durga,
is built in the South Indian style.
The temple complex is
spread over a large area with beautiful
lawns and gardens. Though devotees visit
this temples throughout the year, the main
festival is celebrated during Navarathri.
Special bus service is provided to the devotees
during the festival.
Bala Hanuman Temple
This samll but elegant temple located at
Baba Kharak Singh Marg near Connaught Place
was built in 1724. It is very popular among
the devotees of Lord Hanuman.
The 24-hour chanting of
the mantra 'Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram',
since August 1, 1964, has earned a place
in the Guinness Book of Records.
St. James Church
Located very close to Kashmere Gate in north
Delhi, St. James Church is the oldest church
in the capital. It was built by James Skinner
and consecrated in 1836.
It is built in the Western
classical design with a Greek cross plan.
Three of the arms of the cross have porticoes,
while the eastern arm contains the altar.
The central areas is covered by a magnificent
dome. This church is open only on Sundays.
Aurobindo Ashram
This ashram at Aurobindo Marg, is a centre
for yoga and meditation. The main ashram
is at Pondicherry. Products like handmade
paper, incense sticks, etc. are available
here.
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