LocationDelhi
BuiltCompleted 1986
UNESCONo
AllowAbout 1 hour
OpenUsually closed on Mondays (check locally)
Best lightLate afternoon
Overview
The Lotus Temple is the Bahá'í House of Worship in Delhi, completed in 1986 and designed by the architect Fariborz Sahba. Its 27 marble-clad petals rise in groups of three to form nine sides, giving the building the look of a half-opened lotus.
Like all Bahá'í houses of worship it is open to people of every faith. Visitors sit in silence in the central hall, and there are no sermons, rituals or images.
What to look for
- The shape of the lotus seen from the pools and gardens outside
- The quiet central hall under the domed ceiling
- The reflecting pools around the base
Visiting tips
- Entry is free. The temple is usually closed on Mondays; confirm before you go.
- Silence is expected inside, and photography is not allowed in the prayer hall.
- Late afternoon light is soft on the white marble.
Why visit with a private guide
A private guide shows you where to stand, when to arrive and what most visitors miss at Lotus Temple, and fits the visit around the rest of your day.
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Nearby
Akshardham Bangla Sahib Humayun's Tomb India Gate Jama Masjid Qutub Minar Red Fort Chandni Chowk
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