Famous Religious Sites in Delhi

Nov 9, 2013

Experience some divinity on a trip from Melbourne to Delhi.

Delhi has a rich historical past that has drawn the attention of tourists from across the globe. Along with the vibrant heritage, this capital city of India even helps you experience divinity with some of its highly acknowledged religious places of interest.

These divine places are not just visited by the natives but foreign visitors too show a great deal of enthusiasm while visiting the holy altars. Melbourne city of Australia has many tourists visiting Delhi every year. Availability of cheap flights from Melbourne to India has made the journey less tiring. If you are planning a trip from Melbourne to Delhi, do dig out time to see the places of worship in the city.

Here check out some of the highly popular spiritual venues to be visited on a trip from Melbourne to Delhi

Akshardham Temple

Built in the year 2005, it is said to be the largest Hindu temple in the world. Spread across an area of 100-acre, the land boasts of an intricately designed monument, high-tech exhibitions, an IMAX theatre, a musical fountain, a large food court and beautiful gardens.

Cathedral Church of Redemption

Also known by the name Viceroy Church, Cathedral Church of Redemption is located in the east of Parliament House and Rashtrapati Bhavan. It took eight years to build this church and is said to have completed in 1935. The church is designed in a manner that even in the hottest summer days, it stands cool.

Gurdwara Bangla Sahib

Known amongst the most remarkable and largest Gurdwaras in Delhi, Gurdwara Bangla Sahib gets many visitors. It is said that  the eighth Sikh Guru, Guru Harkrishan, lived here until his last breath serving the abandoned population devastated by smallpox and cholera epidemic.

ISKCON Temple

Popularly known as the Hare Krishna, ISKCON temple is a renowned Vaishnava temple amidst the followers of Sri Radha Krishna. Built with red stone, it is known for its distinct that is the blend of traditional Vedic and contemporary style.

Jama Masjid

Also known by the name Masjid-i-Jahan Numa, Jama Masjid is the prominent mosque of Old Delhi. It is amidst the largest and best known mosques in India.

Lotus Temple

The Lotus Temple happens to be Bahá'í House of Worship and is highly noted for its flower like shape. The Bahá'í Faith stands for monotheistic religion laying emphasis on the spiritual unity of all.

Make your trip from Melbourne to Delhi an affair to remember by giving it a divine touch!