Lotus Temple, Delhi
The Lotus Temple is a Baháʼí House of Worship in New Delhi, famous for its lotus-shaped white marble architecture. It is open to people of all religions and is known as a peaceful place for meditation and reflection.
Visitor Information & Practical Details
- Place NameLotus Temple, Delhi
- AddressLotus Temple Rd, Bahapur, Shambhu Dayal Bagh, Kalkaji, New Delhi, Delhi 110019, India
- Opening Hours09:00 – 17:00
- Admission / PriceFree
- Phone+911126444029
- Official Websitehttps://bahaihouseofworship.in/
- GPS Coordinates28.55383, 77.25889
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