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Akshardham Delhi

New Delhi, Delhi

21st Century CE

Guinness World Record holder for the largest comprehensive Hindu temple. Built with 6,000 tonnes of Rajasthani sandstone, without steel, in just 5 years.

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Details

Dynasty: Modern India
Style: Modern Nagara / Dravidian
Primary Deity: Swaminarayan
Languages: Sanskrit
Scripts: Sanskrit

Historical Significance

Guinness World Record — largest Hindu temple. No steel or concrete. Built in 5 years

Architectural Features

234 carved pillars9 domes20,000 figuresBoat ride exhibitionMusical fountain