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Akshardham: Indian Cultural Complex Sector 20, 'J' Road, Gandhinagar - 382 020, Gujarat, India. Tel: 91-79-23260001, 23260002 Fax: 91-79-2326 0336 |
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Dedicated
to: Lord Swaminarayan on His Birth Bicentenary (1781-1981 CE) |
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Inaugurated
by: HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj Inaugurated on: Monday, 2 November 1992 CE (during the Brahmaswarup Yogiji Maharaj Centenary Celebrations) |
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Created by:
Akshardham is a unique Complex that combines art,
architecture, education, research, exhibitions and devotion at one place. Total Akshardham Complex
area: 1,004,349 sq.ft ( 93,341 sq.m, 23 acres ) |
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Monument: Intricately carved, the majestic Monument made of 6,000 tons of pink sandstone is awash with spiritual stillness. Specifications: Height : 108 ft. (32.9 m) Length : 240 ft. (73.1 m) Width : 131 ft. (39.8 m) Floor area : 32,427 sq.ft (3,013.7 sq.m ) Colonnade length: 1,751 ft. (534 m) long |
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Hari Mandapam:
7 ft. Gold-leafed Murti of Lord Swaminarayan. The Monument exudes warmth and peace, and serves as a fountain of peace. Floor area : 12,997 sq.ft ( 1,207.9 sq.m ). |
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Vibhuti Mandapam: Revelations of the Lord, displayed in exquisitely-lit brass lotuses. Each revelation is a deep yet practical treatise on philosophy. Floor area: 8,033 sq.ft ( 7 46.6 sq.m ). |
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Prasadi Mandapam: Display of holy relics of Lord Swaminarayan. Floor area: 11,397 sq.ft ( 1,059.2 sq.m). Visitors to the Monument are requested to remove shoes and observe silence. Photography is discouraged. |
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| Exhibitions: | Double-walled, air-cooled halls. A large area of walk-through displays create an unforgettable experience of Indian Culture. Total Floor area: 62,023 sq.ft (5,764.4 sq.m ) |
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Sahajanand: (60 Minutes) The life of Lord Swaminarayan is experienced through amazing settings and shows. Floor area: 21,817 sq.ft (2,027.7 sq.m). Attractions: Travel in time through a video show, Fiber-optics cosmos, Mini Chhapiya village, Journey through India, 3 light & sound shows. |
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Hall
2 - Sat-Chit-Anand: (25
minutes, one show every hour) First ever 14-screen Multimedia Presentation - Integrovision - reveals the Vedic truths of man's search for eternal joy, through spectacular imagery. Floor area: 9,421 sq.ft ( 875.6 sq.m ). Attractions: , 14-screen Multimedia Presentation, Tunnel of mirrors and glass mosaic, Dancing musical fountains. |
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Nityanand: (60 Minutes) Walkthrough dioramas and fiberglass figures display the messages of Upanishads, Ramayan and Mahabharat. Floor area: 30,785 sq.ft (2,861.1 sq.m ) Attractions: Audio-animatronics show, Palace of Hastinapur from the Mahabharat, Gurukul in nature's lap, Songs of saint-poets, Harmony of world religions. |
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The Sahajanand Vun is a unique blend
of contemplative garden and children's park. Floor area: 645,600 sq.ft (60,000
sq.m, 14.8 acres). Attractions: Cultural spots, Rides and games for children, Single-piece marble sculpture of Lord Swaminarayan, Lake and waterfalls, Herbal garden. |
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AARSH
- Akshardham-center for Applied Research in Social Harmony A futuristic research center with a rich library, study stations and archives. Accessibility to the library has been reserved for enlisted scholars. |
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Wheelchairs:
Free wheelchairs are available on a need-based priority at the main reception counter. One assistant is expected to attend the disabled and return the wheelchair. |
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Baggage: For security measures baggage is not allowed inside the complex. |
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Lost or Found: Claim or report lost property at the main reception counter. The authorities cannot be held responsible for stolen or damaged properties. |
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Parking: Ample parking facilities for cars, vans, minibuses, coaches, and other vehicles. |
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Opinions: Suggestions or opinions are welcome at the main reception. |
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| Disciplines: | Please add your care and commitment by voluntarily respecting the following requests and asking your friends and fellow visitors to do so: |
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The timings are shown below, but may
alter slightly in the winter season (November-March). Akshardham is closed on Monday. Monument : Daily 9:30a.m. to 7:30p.m. (Except Mondays). Night Lighting : On Saturdays, Sundays. Exhibitions : Daily 10:00a.m. to 6:00p.m. Rides & Games : 12:00 noon to 8:00p.m. Restaurant : 10:00a.m. to 8:00p.m. Souvenir Shop : 9:00a.m. to 8:00p.m. |
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How to get there: Akshardham sits in the heart of one of the greenest cities of the world -Gandhinagar, which is located on National Highway 8c. Therefore, Akshardham is accessible from every direction. On your way to Jaipur or Udaipur, Dwarika or Somnath, Modhera or Mt. Abu. By Road: Special buses and cars are provided by the tourism department, government authorities and private services. Distance by road from important locations:
23 km from national and international airports of Amdavad. By Railway: 2 km from Gandhinagar railway station. 31 km from Amdavad railway station. Other Tourist Sites: Deer Park : On the outskirts of Gandhinagar, at Indroda village. Sarita Udyan : Ideal for picnickers. A well-developed garden in sector 9. Adalaj Stepwell: 15 km. from Gandhinagar. The best stepwell of Gujarat. |
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Visitors are not allowed to carry
food inside the premises. Pure, fresh vegetarian food and snacks are available at Premvati Refreshments located in Sahajanand Vun. The restaurant caters to a wide variety of traditional dishes and delicacies, both cold and hot. Groups can book snacks and meals in advance. |
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Photography and videography is strictly prohibited. | |
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Visitors are requested to wear respectable
clothes. Winter : November to March. Weather is mild and pleasant. Light clothes for the day, a comfortable sweater or shawl for the evening. Summer : April to June. Weather is hot and sunny. Light cotton clothes. Monsoon : July to October. Rainy season. Umbrellas recommended. |
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Visitors wishing to make donations to the charity work undertaken by this Organization in fields as diverse as education, environment, social relief, medicine, culture and spiritual upliftment are requested to utilize the donation boxes or contact Reception. | |
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