The genesis of Akshardham making lies in the wish expressed by Brahmaswarup Yogiji Maharaj in 1968, "A mandir be built on the banks of the Yamuna." His wish was fulfilled through the efforts and divine blessings of his successor and present spiritual master of BAPS, HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj. A brief presentation of the events of the construction and countdown phases of Swaminarayan Akshardham is presented through a series of photographs.

Year Event   2000 Bhumi Darshan   2000 Shilanyas Mahotsav   2001 First Stone-Laying Ceremony   2002 Swamishri's Visit   2002 Dwarshakh Khadsal Pujan   2003 Mandir Murti-Pratishtha - 1   2003 Mandir Murti-Pratishtha - 2   2003 Ghummat Chavi Pujan   2004 Barsakh Pillar Pujan   2004 Swamishri's Visit   2005 Murti Sthapan Vidhi