Book the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple Abu Dhabi tour and step inside this holy shrine amidst the desert city. As we know, the Emirates is a Muslim-specific country, but it believes in secularism and the BAPS Swaminarayan is the proof. The all-white exteriors and the soothing peaceful vibes inside attract millions of tourists across the globe.
| Tour Detail | |
| Tour Duration: | 4 Hours |
| Tour Availability: | Daily |
| Adult Price: | AED 600 up to 6 Persons |
| Pick up & Drop: | Private Transfer |
| Pickup Time: | Depending on availability |
Activity Inclusions of BAPS Hindu Abu Dhabi Temple
- Divine journey to the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in Abu Dhabi.
- Private Transfer from your Hotel or Residence in Dubai.
- English Speaking Tour Guide.
- Air-conditioned clean car.
Overview of BAPS Temple Tour
Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi inaugurated this grand Hindu temple. The exquisite design and careful carving detailing on the temple body will definitely leave you speechless. Therefore, visiting this temple means surrendering yourself to global harmony and spirituality. Let’s find out the finer details of this extraordinary temple in the heart of the Emirates.
This ecstatic Hindu temple is made out of stone and has the look and feel of an Indian temple. Did you know, it is famous as the biggest Hindu stone temple located outside India? Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister made sure of his presence on the temple inauguration day.
Did you know, it is also the first of a kind temple in West Asia? The best part is BAPS Swaminarayan Abu Dhabi Temple is open for the locals and the tourists. The temple allows devotees from any religion or cultural background to its premises.
BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Temple is a new Hindu temple in the city. Although it is a Hindu temple, people from every religion are welcome here. It is entirely made of marble and sandstone, which adds praiseworthy beauty to it. In addition, you will also spot an amphitheater, exhibition hall, library, food court, classrooms, a sports area, and more. Furthermore, the temple can hold approximately 5000 devotees at a time. Besides, it has seven shrines connecting to the 7 Emirates of the United Arab Emirates. Visiting the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu temple means, you will find the seven important idols of the Hindu mythology and culture.
- Akshar and Purushottam
- Radha and Krishna
- Ram, Sita, and Hanuman
- Shiv, Parvati, Kartikeya, and Ganesh
- Jagannathji, Subhadra, and Baldevji
- Tirupati Balaji and Padmavati
- Ayyappa Swami
Highlights of the BAPS Hindu Temple Abu Dhabi
- The most significant Hindu tradition is building temples without using steel or iron and the BAPS Hindu temple is made with sandstone and marble.
- The foundation of the building includes 50% fly ash, earthen bricks, and stones to support sustainability and focus on eco-friendly features.
- The temple exteriors have carvings of Indian mythology deities that tell many unheard stories.
- As you step on the temple stairs, you will learn about innumerable unique cultures all over the world.
- BAPS Hindu Temple Abu Dhabi is made out of imported pink sandstone from Rajasthan.
How to reach?
The BAPS Swaminarayan Temple falls on the Abu Dhabi Dubai highway (P6-Abu Dhabi-United Arab Emirates). Public transport is available to reach the destination. This tour includes transfer for hassle-free pickup and drop-off to and from your hotel or accommodation.
You may also like to visit Burj Khalifa from Abu Dhabi which is about 139 km distance. Additionally, you can explore the city with our Abu Dhabi city tour where you can visit some of the popular tourist spots.
Terms & Conditions
- The tour routes, itineraries, and prices are subject to change/rescheduling as seen fit by the City Tour in Dubai. Moreover, if there is a question about your safety, they may even cancel the tour.
- There is no refund for non-participation in any inclusion activity.
- There are no alternative arrangements for those who fail to arrive on the scheduled time, also known as no-shows.
- There are 100% cancellation charges on the bookings in case of no-shows.
- The pickup and drop-off timings of your transfers are not fixed as mentioned in the package details. It can get altered as per the location and traffic.
- For any tour cancellation because of bad weather, immense traffic, or vehicle issues, the tour operator will make sure to arrange the best alternative options for you and your family.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made 24 hours before the scheduled departure time will be done for free.
- If you cancel the bookings within 24 hours of the departure time, it will attract a 100% cancellation charge.
- The refund amount will reflect in your bank account within seven business days (if eligible).
FAQs about BAPS Hindu Temple Abu Dhabi
The largest Hindu temple in the Emirates is the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple. It is the only stone temple in the region.
Of course, when visiting the BAPS Swaminarayan, it is best to wear modest clothes and keep your chest, knees, back, and shoulders covered. In addition. avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes. in addition, you will get clothes to wrap around when entering the temple premises.
Mr. Narendra Modi, the Indian Prime Minister came to inaugurate the BAPS Hindu Swaminarayan Temple in Abu Dhabi.
The BAPS Swaminarayan Temple opens around 9 am and closes by 8 pm. The daily morning aarti time is 7.30 am and the evening aarti time is 7.30 pm.
You can visit the temple anytime you want. Although it takes approximately four hours to cover the entire temple, you can stay as long as you want.
No, since it is a temple, there are no entry charges. Furthermore, there are no age, race, gender, or religious bars to enter the BAPS Swaminarayan Temple.