Mandir Darshan (Free)
OfficialFree open darshan of the main mandir and 11-foot Swaminarayan murti.
30 min
Calm meditative darshan.
Free
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Swaminarayan Akshardham (Delhi)
Bhagwan Swaminarayan•Noida Mor, East Delhi, Delhi
Official Temple WebsiteTimings
Opens 4–5 AM
See full schedule below
Main Festivals
4 major
Swaminarayan Jayanti
Dress Code
Traditional
Details below
Entry
Free
Pujas are paid
Book Puja via Darshya
Verified priests, video proof, prasad delivery to your door
Official Temple Booking
Direct booking on the temple's official site
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Watch Live Darshan
Real-time video stream from the sanctum
About Swaminarayan Akshardham (Delhi)
History
Swaminarayan Akshardham in Delhi was inaugurated on 6 November 2005 by BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha under the leadership of Pramukh Swami Maharaj. The complex spans 100 acres and was built in 5 years by 11,000 artisans using over 6,000 tonnes of pink Rajasthani sandstone and Italian Carrara marble — entirely without steel reinforcement. The 141-foot main monument enshrines an 11-foot gold-leafed murti of Bhagwan Swaminarayan (1781–1830), founder of the Swaminarayan tradition. Akshardham is listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world's largest comprehensive Hindu temple.
Significance
Showcases 10,000 years of Indian civilisation through traditional stone craftsmanship, multimedia exhibitions, India's largest step-well (Yagnapurush Kund), a musical fountain (Sahaj Anand Water Show), an IMAX-format film on a child-yogi's pilgrimage (Mystic India), and a 15-minute boat ride through Indian heritage (Sanskruti Vihar).
About the Deity
An 11-foot gilded murti of Bhagwan Swaminarayan stands in the central garbhagriha, surrounded by murtis of his spiritual successors. Surrounding the inner sanctum, 234 ornately carved pillars, 9 grand domes and 20,000 sculpted figures of deities, sadhus and devotees.
Pujas Offered (5)
Combined Exhibition Ticket (Adult)
OfficialSahajanand Darshan (Hall of Values) + Neelkanth Darshan (Mystic India IMAX) + Sanskruti Vihar (boat ride). 3 exhibitions bundled.
2.5 hours
Comprehensive cultural-spiritual immersion.
₹250
Book Official Sahaj Anand Water Show
OfficialEvening musical water show on Yagnapurush Kund — story of Nachiketa.
24 min
Devotional reflection on death and self-realisation.
Garbhagriha Abhishek
OfficialPerform abhishek of Neelkanth Varni murti at the abhishek mandap.
15 min
Health, peace and personal sankalp.
₹600
Book Official Annakut Festival Sponsor
OfficialSponsor a tier of the giant Annakut offering during Diwali week.
Diwali week
Family-wide blessings.
₹5,100
Book Official Festivals & Events
- Swaminarayan JayantiMarch / April
- Diwali / AnnakutOctober / November — 5-day festival
- JanmashtamiAugust / September
- HoliMarch
Plan Your Visit
How to Reach
Nearest Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport (24 km)
Nearest Railway
New Delhi Railway Station (12 km) / Hazrat Nizamuddin (8 km)
By Road
Akshardham Metro Station (Blue Line) is directly opposite. From IGI Airport, take Magenta Line → Blue Line at Janakpuri West. Easy taxi/Uber/Ola access.
Where to Stay
- Holiday Inn Mayur Vihar (3 km)
- Crowne Plaza Mayur Vihar
- Lemon Tree Premier (Mayur Vihar)
- Vivanta New Delhi Dwarka
- BAPS Guest House (subject to availability for community)
Nearby Attractions
- ISKCON Temple, East of Kailash (12 km)
- Lotus Temple (15 km)
- Humayun's Tomb (10 km)
- India Gate (9 km)
- Red Fort (10 km)
Opening Hours
Morning
Closed Mondays. Open Tuesday–Sunday from 9:30 AM
Afternoon
Mandir darshan continuous till 6:30 PM; Exhibitions 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM (last entry)
Evening
Sahaj Anand Water Show 7:15 PM (summer) / 6:30 PM (winter); Closes 8:00 PM
Dress Code
Modest dress required. Shoulders, midriff and knees must be covered. No shorts, no short skirts, no sleeveless tops. Shawls/dhotis loaned free at entrance if needed.
Rules & Guidelines
- CLOSED on Mondays — plan accordingly
- No mobile phones, cameras, electronics, food, baggage permitted inside — free lockers at entrance
- Allow at least 4 hours for full visit (mandir + 3 exhibitions + water show)
- Security screening similar to airport — arrive 30 min early
- Strict dress code enforced
Pilgrim's Note
NOT to be confused with Akshardham in Gandhinagar, Gujarat (the original BAPS complex, also worth visiting). Buy a combined Exhibition + Water Show ticket online at akshardham.com to skip queues.
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