BAPS New Jersey Akshardham Opening – Largest Hindu Temple in the United States.

BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham is the largest Hindu temple in the United States, which is going to open its doors for the public on 8th October 2023 at Robbinsville, New Jersey. The 183-acre temple took over years to build and required over 12,500 people from around the United States. The temple, possibly the second largest after Angkor Wat in Cambodia, is a UNESCO World Heritage site spanning 500 acres.

How long did it take to build the BAPS Akshardham Temple in the United States?

It took over 12 years to build the temple. There are 183 acres total under the temple.

BAPS New Jersey Akshardham Opening
BAPS New Jersey Akshardham Opening

Where did the temple’s design come from?

Indian traditional architecture was used in the construction of the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple in the US. Over 10,000 sculptures and carvings within the shrine depict Indian musical instruments and dancing forms. In addition to the main shrine, the temple also has 12 sub-shrines, nine shikhars (spire-like structures), and nine pyramidal shikhars. Additionally, the round dome is the largest in a traditional stone structure.

What are the darshan timings of Mandir Campus?

Monday to Friday: Open from 10:00 am – 4:30 pm till September 29, 2023
Saturday & Sunday: Closed till October 15, 2023
The campus will also be closed on September 4 (Labor Day) and from September 30 to October 15.

What are the things that should be taken care of while visiting the temple?

  • Please be aware that the complex has an accurate dress code.
  • Before visiting any of the Mandir structures, please take off all shoes. There are shoe racks available at the facility.
  • All buildings have strong rules against photography and videography.
  • No food or drinks are allowed inside the Mandir premises.
  • Before entering the building, turn off all mobile devices.
  • Smoking is not allowed on the premises.
  • Respect the intricate carvings by not touching them.
  • Pets are not allowed inside the Mandir.
BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham temple
BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham temple

How to reach BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham Robbinsville?

By Train
Take the Northeast Corridor (NEC) Rail Line to Princeton Junction Station from New York Penn Station.
Then follow the Northeast Corridor (NEC) Rail Line to Princeton Junction Station from Newark Penn Station.
Take the AirTrain from the Newark Airport to the Newark Airport Rail Station. From there, go to Princeton Junction Station on the Northeast Corridor (NEC) Rail Line.
Take the Northeast Corridor (NEC) Rail Line to Hamilton Station from the Trenton Transit Centre.
By Bus
Take the Coach USA (Suburban Transit) Line 300 Bus to the Hightstown, NJ stop from the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York (gates 415 or 416).

By Car

From I-95 North From I-95 South
1. Head west on I-195 from Exit 7A.1. Take exit 8 toward Hightstown/Freehold
2. Continue left at the fork, then merge onto I-195W after following the signs for Interstate 195W/Trenton/Hamilton.2. Merge onto NJ-133
3. Merge onto US-130 North in the direction of New Brunswick by taking exit 5B.3. Take Exit on US-130 South
4. Take the US-130 North exit4. Pass Hankins Road
5. Just after the Voebel Rd. intersection, take the exit onto Voebel Rd. jughandle.5. Slight right turn onto North Main Street.
6. Proceed directly to BAPS Mandir.6. Turn right at the next crossroads to BAPS Mandir

How to contact BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir?

Address- 112 N Main Street
Robbinsville, NJ 08561 USA
Location- https://maps.app.goo.gl/q6gFNzt78nNCmF6w5
Tel: General Inquiries- (609) 918 1212
E-mail- info.rbv@usa.baps.org

Information Courtesy

https://www.baps.org/

https://www.deccanherald.com/

Picture Courtesy

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