Abu Dhabi is getting ready to unveil its first Hindu stone Mandir, opening on March 1st. This remarkable temple, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on February 14th, reflects the rich religious diversity of the UAE.
According to a temple spokesperson, the doors will be open to the public from 9 am to 8 pm daily, except on Mondays. Devotees from around the world, who pre-registered, had the opportunity to visit from February 15th to 29th, along with VIP guests.
While there's no entry fee, visitors must register online via the official website or Festival of Harmony app before their visit. Situated in Abu Mureika near Al Rahba, off the Dubai-Abu Dhabi Sheikh Zayed Highway, this unique temple spans across a 27-acre plot, built at an estimated cost of Rs 700 crore.
Constructed by the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS), the temple showcases remarkable architectural finesse, featuring 1.8 million cubic meters of sandstone and 18 lakh bricks from Rajasthan. Its Nagara-style architecture is reminiscent of the recently inaugurated Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.
The temple's most striking feature is its seven towering spires, representing the seven Emirates of the UAE, adorned with idols of revered deities like Sri Ram, Shiv, Jagannath, Krishna, Swaminarayan, Tirupati Balaji, and Lord Ayyappa.
Notably, the BAPS Mandir stands as the largest Hindu Mandir in the Gulf region, offering a truly breathtaking experience for visitors.
