The Birla Mandir – A Place of Harmony
The Birla Mandir is a temple located in New Delhi, India. It is widely visited, due to its policy of non- discrimination and beautiful architecture. Of particular note are the frescoes that adorn the temple walls.
India is one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world. No matter where you are in the subcontinent, a different way of life, is literally hours away. It is probably this diversity, the variety of flavours that the country offers, that attracts so many tourist year after year. The ability to experience much in a short space of time, is something most travellers look forward to when visiting the country.
One of the primary goals of the country is to bring together the eclectic mixture of beliefs and lifestyles in harmonious fusion. A clear example of this is the Birla Mandir in Central Delhi. Alternatively known as, Lakshmi Narayan Temple, it is built in the Orissan style of architecture. The exterior is made up of red sandstone and white marble. The interior is decorated with religious frescoes and idols. While primarily a Hindu temple, the place is open to people of all faiths. It was one of the conditions stipulated by Mahatma Gandhi when he agreed to inaugurate the temple. While there are several Birla Mandirs around India (so named for the Birla family who financed their construction), the Lakshmi Narayan Temple remains one of the most popular, for both its design as well as its philosophical outlook.
One of the most important cities, in the National Capital Region of Delhi, Gurgaon, proudly offers travellers a colourful assortment of India’s cultures. Restaurants serve everything from South Indian cuisine to Kashmiri delights. And as a testament to the growing number of international companies that open branches here, you will also be able to find many eateries serving international cuisine, ranging from the Far East to the west. Thanks to its rapid urbanization, the city affords many terrific shopping opportunities. It’s no surprise that Gurgaon is fast becoming a tourist hub.
Gurgaon hotels are very good in terms of service. A Gurgaon luxury hotel, like the Leela Kempinski Gurgaon, Delhi (NCR), will pamper its guests and leave them with pleasant memories of their stay. The hotel is located near many tourist attractions, such as Ambi Mall and Leisure Valley. The rooms are both comfortable and elegantly decorated. The hotel is sure to offer you, Gurgaon living at its very best.
by Pushpitha Wijesinghe