Akshardham Temple in Delhi

Rajasthani pink sandstone has been used to build the structures of Swaminarayan Aksharadham Temple, built at the banks of River Yamuna in Delhi. The main temple stands on a Carrara marble platform with the reigning deity's panchdhatu (five-metal) idol 11 ft high. 20,000 plus sculptures of beasts, floral motifs, arches and finely carved pillars have been used for building the temple. The temple epitomises thousands of years of Indian culture with all its grandeur and beauty, wisdom and

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