On the next day of our trip, we were discussing our next destination to visit. To make the plans for the day, we searched a few tourists’ destinations of Ahmedabad on the Internet where we could enrich our knowledge and soothe our soul. After much discussion over numerous options, we decided to start our day by visiting a temple - Swaminarayan Temple of Ahmedabad.
Swaminarayan Temple Ahmedabad | Image Resource : wikimedia.org
We called our cab and meanwhile had our breakfast at the hotel. Shreya also packed a few eateries for the travel. Swaminarayan temple is a famous temple of Ahmedabad. This is the first temple of Swaminarayan that was built. Now a number of branches are operating in different cities. It is said that in the year 1822, a piece of land was given by the British Government for the temple and Swaminarayan Maharaj himself delegated the responsibility of construction of this temple to Ananandanand Swami. And afterwards, this renowned place came into being under his supervision.
We were heading towards the eastern part of the city to reach the temple, which was situated near Kalupur. On reaching the place, we got to witness the famous and beautifully constructed Hindu temple. The temple had beautiful architecture of carved Burmese teak. All the arches and brackets were painted in striking bright colors, which is also a characteristic feature of Swaminarayan temples present everywhere.
We were heading towards the eastern part of the city to reach the temple, which was situated near Kalupur. On reaching the place, we got to witness the famous and beautifully constructed Hindu temple. The temple had beautiful architecture of carved Burmese teak. All the arches and brackets were painted in striking bright colors, which is also a characteristic feature of Swaminarayan temples present everywhere.
Wood Sculptured Haveli | Image Resource : wikimedia.org
The temple is known for several idols that were installed by Swaminarayan in person. Some of his items and sculptures were also displayed for public. We moved to the adjoining haveli, where quarters for the pilgrims of the sect were present, including a special segment for women. Women are given priority in an area where teaching sessions and ceremonies are held for only women.
It was a delight to visit such colorful splash in the middle of a city. Every inch of the temple had a unique presentation. The temple opens at 6 in the morning to seven in the evening for the people. Soon after we reached, arti was commenced and it was such a great start of the day, and to be a part of such remarkable place.
It was a delight to visit such colorful splash in the middle of a city. Every inch of the temple had a unique presentation. The temple opens at 6 in the morning to seven in the evening for the people. Soon after we reached, arti was commenced and it was such a great start of the day, and to be a part of such remarkable place.
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