Must Visit Temples in Delhi



Many temples can be found in Delhi, the capital of India. They are a testament to the beauty, culture, style and customs of this city. Every holiday season you can see thousands of devotees thronging temples with sweets and expensive garlands to worship their Gods and Goddesses. Bright and colorful lights create a wonderful picture in the eyes of pilgrims, visitors and devotees.



Best Temples in Delhi;



1. Bahá'í Temple:

Bahai Temple is one of the most unique temples in Delhi. Also known as the Lotus Temple, it is one of the best in Delhi. Its shape is like a lotus flower, which glows at night. One can have a picnic in the garden surrounding this temple.



2. Akshardham Temple:

Akshardham Temple in Delhi is one of the most beautiful and impressive temples you will ever see. This temple was opened in 2005. It is famous for its many performances and musical fountains. The temple attracts a large number of tourists every year and is often crowded throughout the year.



3. Gauri Shankar Temple:

The Gauri Shankar Temple in Old Delhi is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It also has a brown lingam that is about 800 years old. It is made of phallus stones and snakes around it which looks great, historic and very important. All visitors to Delhi must visit this temple to know more about its architecture and culture.






4. ISKCON Temple:

In 1998 the International Society of Krishna Consciousness ISKCON built the temple. This holy temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. It is the oldest and most famous temple in the city.



5. Sheetla Devi Temple:

It is dedicated to Goddess Sheetla. It is also known as "Shakti Peetha" and is one of the most revered and sacred places of worship in India. It also houses the Sheetla Devi temple built in the surrounding suburbs of Gurgaon.



6. Birla Mandir (Temple) :

Connaught Place in Delhi is home to the Birla Mandir. It was built in 1938 by Raja Baladev Das. It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi and is also known as Lakshmi Narayana Mandir. This temple is a landmark and outstanding in the history of the city.



7. Hanuman Temple:

Hanuman Temple is located near Connaught Place at Baba Kharak Singh Road. It was built in 1724 by Maharaja Jai Singh and is the oldest Hanuman temple in the country. Despite many changes, the temple remains magnificent, artistic and beautiful.



8. Chattarpur Temple:

  At a distance of four kilometers from Qutub Minar is Chattarpur Temple. It is built with a fusion of styles and patterns from North and South India. The white marble architecture of the temple is magnificent and the lawns and gardens are meticulously maintained.



9. Kalkaji Temple :

Kalkaji Temple at Nehru Place in Delhi is dedicated to Goddess Kalka. It was built between 1764 and 1771. It was the time when the Marathas ruled. It is amazing, beautiful and stunning in its looks.