Delhi: Half-Day Tour of the Temples

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Marvel at the Lotus, Lakshmi Narayan, and Akshardham temples while learning about the religious and traditional values of India from a local guide.

Highlights

Learn about Jainism at the Jain Temple in Old Delhli
Discover the unique history of the Lakshmi Narayan
Explore the rich culture of Sikhism in a visit to a Gurudwara
Marvel at the beauty and striking architecture of the Lotus Temple
Admire the grandeur of Akshardham, the largest Hindu temple in the world

Description

Dive into India’s culture with the help of a professional English-speaking guide. The adventure begins with pickup from your Delhi hotel at 9:00 AM, where you will first be taken to Old Delhi for a visit of the Jain Temple. Learn about the culture of Jainism and take a look at the temple's unique charitable bird hospital before continuing on to enjoy the striking architecture of the Lakshmi Narayan. Famously known as Birla Temple, this historic sight was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi and is a must-see while in Delhi. Next stop is at the Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, known for being Delhi’s largest Gurudwara (Sikh temple). Take a sneak peak into the lives of the Sikhs, and catch a glimpse of the Langar Service (community kitchen), which serves food for thousands of people everyday. Another highlight of the tour is the Lotus Temple, where guests can learn about the Bahai faith. This temple was voted as one of the most visited sites around the world and once you see it you’ll know why — made of white marble from Penteli Mountain in Greece and surrounded by ponds and gardens, this site is recognized worldwide for its unique structure and beauty. The tour concludes at Akshardham Temple, noted in the Guinness Book of World Records for being the largest Hindu temple in the world. Admire the grandeur of the temples, learn the history, and travel back in time, all with the comfort of air-conditioned transfers and a professional guide.