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Places to Worship

Religion is an integral part of Indian existence. The subcontinent's greatest religion, i.e., the Hinduism and the two born in revolt against it, namely Buddhism and Jainism, along with a score of others make India 'a museum of religions'. Christianity and Islam were borrowed, however, Sikhism and countless minor cults and religious sects developed in India. Not surprisingly, the length and breadth of the country is flooded with religious structures

Gurudwara Sisganj :-

Located in Chandni Chowk near the Red Fort in Old Delhi, this is the place where Guru Teg Bahadur was beheaded under the trunk of a Banyan tree. The tree is still there in the Gurudwara premises. The Gurudwara building is an imposing structure with its interior depicting scenes from the life of the Guru Teg Bahadur.

Digamber Jain Temple :-

One of the oldest and most impressive of the Jain temples in India, this temple is located in Chandni Chowk, near Red Fort houses the main shrine of Lord Paraswanath. Other than Chandraprabhu, the eight manifestations of the Jain hierarchy, there are a number of other shrines, too. A Birds hospital is attached to the temple.

Kalkaji Temple :-

Dedicated to the Goddess Kali, this temple is located in Kalkaji near Nehru Place Bus Terminal. The oldest part of this temple was built in 1764. In 1816, Mirza Raja Kedar Nath, the Peshkar of Akbar II made some more additions to the existing shrine. This temple with a lofty pyramidal dome attracts thousands of devotees during Navratras and also after the harvest of wheat crop.

Laxmi Narayan Temple (Birla Mandir) :-

This temple is dedicated to the Goddess Laxmi (the Goddess of prosperity) and her spouse Narayan (Vishnu), the preserver of universe. Built by G D Birla in 1938, the main temple is flanked by Gita Bhavan on one side and a Buddhist temple on the other. Built in the old Orissa style, the complex has a park with fountains and artificial caves, in its backyard. Gift Bhavan, housing the shrine of Lord Krishna, attracts thousands of devotees on Janmashtmi - Lord Krishna's birthday.

Bahai Temple / Lotus Temple :-

Lying to the east of Siri, just inside the outer Ring Road near the Nehru Place, this Bahai house of worship is a marvel of modern architecture. Completed in 1986, it represents the Bahai faith, an independent world religion, divine in origin and all embracing in scope. Set among pools and gardens, adherents of any faith can visit, pray or meditate.

Gurudwara Bangla Sahib :-

Built in the honour of the eighth Sikhi Guru, Guru Harkishan, who had arrived in Delhi to meet the Mughal emperor, Aurangzeb. It is located near the GPO, about a km from the Connaught Place (Jantar Mantar)

Jama Masjid :-

The largest mosque in India, was built by the great Mughal emperor Shahjahan. Begun in 1644 and completed finally in 1658 at a cost of ten lakhs of rupees, it has three gateways, four angle towers and two 40 m high minarets. Situated on a rocky eminence in Old Delhi on the other side of road to the Red Fort. One of the finest Specimen of Mughal structure, its notable features are its bold treatment in red sandstone inlaid with black and white marble, spacious courts, massive pillars supporting engrailled arches, elegant bulbous domes - all well proportioned with decorative manipulation. Spend some time here for some serious travelmasti pleasures.

Chhattarpur Mandir :-

Located ahead of the Qutab Minar in Chhattarpur Village, this temple complex is spread over 60 acres of land. Dedicated to the Goddess Kali, complex is beautified by lawns and gardens. Special bus service is provided by Delhi Transport Corporation on Dusshera and other festivals.