History:
- The temple was built from 1980-1986, costing 10 million dollars.
- In December 1986, the temple was consecrated and opened to the people.
- It was one of the only seven mashriqs in the world during the early twenty first century.
- It was named the Lotus temple because the structure looks like a lotus flower, which is a symbol of purity, divinity, beauty, and love.
- This structure sends a message of immorality.
Who built the Lotus Temple?
- The temple was built by and Iranian architect named Fariborz Sahba.
- He won enthusiasm and praise from the public for the Lotus Temple even before it was finished.
How big is the Lotus Temple?
- It is set on an elevated plinth in a twenty-six acre of gardens, which are surrounded by nine pools bordered by red sandstone walkways.
- The marble structure has the height of 130 feet.
- The temple has twenty seven independent marble "petals", which are put into groups of three to form nine sides.
- 2,500 people can fit inside the central prayer hall in the temple.
- The mashriq represents the mystical properties of the number nine with its nine sided construction.
Why was the temple built?
- The Lotus Temple was built because the architect, Fariborz Sahba believed that India was losing its spiritual qualities.
- The temple has received several awards, including The Citation Award and the American Concrete Institute Award.
- This is the most visited site in India.
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