Five hundred million dollars of free-will donations, seven thousand Indian craftsmen, and five years of incessant construction were marked by an inaugural ceremony of the most grandiose Hindu temple in the world which received the Guinness World Record. The opening of the Akshardham Temple Complex took place in 2005 and since then millions of tourists visit New Delhi annually to see the embodiment of the great consecrated Indian architecture themselves.

The fantastic temple complex occupying the area of 12 hectares was built in compliance with ancient canons and traditions. The pink color of the stone used in the exterior decor of the buildings symbolizes the genuine eternal love to God and the whiteness of the marble of the interior decoration – purity and obedience. The temple was erected in honor of the great Lord Vishnu and its name means the «abode of God». Here the relics of the Hindu god are kept.

The main construction of the temple is supported by 234 pillars generously covered with fine delicate handmade carvings. The temple itself stands on 148 elephants and hosts 20 000 diverse sculptures within its area. The exterior walls are decorated with anaglyphy depicting the scenes from holy scriptures. 9 domes and 20 spikes crown this sacred sanctuary. The interior decoration is dominated by timeless white marble and is rich in golden ornaments. In the center, there is a three-meters statue of Vishnu surrounded by his disciples.

From the outside, the temple is surrounded by several artificial ponds and canals. The water was transported here from all rivers and lakes of the country. By the way, their number is no less than 1 500. To the right, there is a garden with a musical fountain in the shape of the lotus with a huge stone basin. Every evening, there is a magic-like musical fountain laser show. With the majestic Akshardham Temple in the background, this performance is even more atmospheric and unbelievable. To the left, there is a lotus garden whose ambrosian fragrance in the springtime fills all the premises of the temple complex.