Delhi's Akshardham temple to reopen from October 13 after COVID-19 halt: In pics

New Delhi: The unprecedented outbreak of COVID-19 had restricted the whole country inside their homes, but after over 7 months of closure, the central government has now started easing coronavirus constraints. With unlock 5 in place, the Akshardham temple in the national capital is also all set to reopen from Tuesday (October 13), but with strict COVID-19 guidelines.

 

 

As per officials, the complex will initially allow entry from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

 

 

"All visitors will be able to enjoy the Mandir darshan, the evening water show at 7:15 pm, the gardens, food court and the books and gifts centre will be available to all visitors," reported IANS. 

 

 

 

 

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Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 'Abhishek puja' and all exhibitions will remain temporarily closed till further notice.

 

 

 

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The devotees will be able to enjoy the multimedia water show which is known as the 'Sahaj Anand'. 

 

 

 

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The multimedia water show has multi-colour lasers, video projects, underwater flames, water jets and surround sound in symphony with lights.

 

 

 

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The Akshardham temple was inaugurated in November 2005 and is a homage to traditional Indian Hindu architecture. 

 

 

The temple reportedly consists of 234 intricately carved pillars, 9 ornate domes, 20 quadrangle spires and 20,000 statues of India’s Hinduism’s spiritual personalities. 

 

 

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The Akshardham temple has a height of 141.3 feet, a width of 316 feet, and is 356 feet long.

 

 

 

 

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To reach, you have to deboard at the AKSHARDHAM METRO STATION on Delhi Metro's blue line and then you will have to walk over 300 metres to reach the temple. 

 

 

 

(Photo credits: IANS)

 

 

 

(Photo credits: ANI)

(Photo credits: ANI)