Lotus Temple Delhi

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Lotus Temple is also known as Baha’i Temple. It is built in the form of Lotus flower and it reaches an altitude of about 40 m. The structure is completed in the year 1986. It is such a beautiful architecture that one can enjoy its beauty from far away too. The monument is a holy place and belongs to the Baha’i family. It is prepared with clean white marbles in the figure of not completely opened lotus. One can see 27 huge white petals of marble in shape of a lotus. It is springing from nine pools and walkways’. Any religion can come and gain spiritual knowledge here. They can find peace and can pray inside the hallway. The lotus temple is opened for everybody. Its timings are 9:30 am- 5:30 a.m. the place offers a great deal to mediators as place remains very quiet. Lotus stands as a symbol of religion and purity. Large hall inside is called a prayer hall.

Location

The location of Lotus temple is at mandir marg of south Delhi. It is located near the Kalkaji temple. Lotus temple is a favorite tourist destination. The structural design shows the blend of modern way architecture and touch of royalty. The idea of archaeology behind this famous structure is Fariborz sabha. The lotus temple is sheltered by shiny pools. It is made up of sand, marble, dolomite, and cement. A unique sight for tourist.

It is a house of worship for all. The building pays relief to sufferers, poor, traveler and solace to the deprived. It lays great emphasis on meditation.T hey want the oneness of the humankind. They believe that mediation only leads to a mutiny in the human soul. Baha’i service consists of prayers and reading of Baha’i scriptures.

The act of praying is known as a dialogue with God. Meditation is perceived as the prospect to the gate of mysteries. Canadian architect of Iranian origin spent 10 years in designing and management of the project. With help of 800 engineers, technicians, and workers completed the complicated construction in the world. The temple in an addition to other six Baha’i temples in the world. Each of these houses shares basic common geometry in its construction.