The Lotus Temple, a Bahá'í House of Worship, is a serene and stunning architectural marvel in New Delhi, India, shaped like a lotus flower and open to all religions.
Currency
INR (₹)
Best time to visit
October to March
Languages
Hindi · English
Coordinates
28.559°, 77.286°
Key facts
1The Lotus Temple can accommodate up to 2,500 people at a time
2It has won numerous architectural awards, including the UNESCO Award of Merit for Architecture
3The temple is surrounded by nine ponds, symbolizing the nine religions of the world
Timeline
1986: Construction of the Lotus Temple began
1986: The temple was dedicated and opened to the public
