Cows everywhere
by l_joo
I was told that cows are Gods in India, that the Hindu did not eat the cows or bulls, they let them strolling on street like this in photo. The cows in New Delhi are probably get used to the environment of heavy traffics, they just walk around as if the street is their pasture. At once, I saw a little baby cow got hit by some vehicles with one eye half hanging full of blood.
Radio Taxis
by maneckk
Radio Taxis – They charge a flat rate of Rs.15/ km and are airconditioned with well mannered and properly dressed drivers. They are around 1.5 times more expensive than Black and Yellow Taxis. There are a few companies that handle these taxis and you can call them on the phone and they will radio you the nearest taxis.
They also have a pre paid counter inside the arrival lounge.
A GRAND TEMPLE
by SANJOO
akshardham temple, New Delhi
Swaminarayan Akshardham in New Delhi epitomises 10,000 years of Indian culture in all its breathtaking grandeur, beauty, wisdom and bliss. It brilliantly showcases the essence of India’s ancient architecture, traditions and timeless spiritual messages. The Akshardham experience is an enlightening journey through India’s glorious art, values and contributions for the progress, happiness and harmony of mankind.
The grand, ancient-styled Swaminarayan Akshardham complex was built in only five years through the blessings of HDH Pramukh Swami Maharaj of the Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) and the colossal devotional efforts of 11,000 artisans and BAPS volunteers. The complex was inaugurated on 6 November, 2005.
Akshardham means the eternal, divine abode of the supreme God, the abode of eternal values and virtues of Akshar as defined in the Vedas and Upanishads where divine bhakti, purity and peace forever pervades.
For the first time ever in the world witness the heritage of India in all its facets, insights and beauty at the Swaminarayan Akshardham through its monument, exhibitions, verdant gardens and other attractions.
Qutub Minar
by FruitLover
This five-storey tower was built in 12th century AD by Qutubuddin Aibak, a slave of the Muslim raider Mohammad Ghauri, to mark the first Muslim dynasty in India.
Housed next to it is the Quwwat-ul-Islam Mosque, a novel construction of Islamic domes and arches and carved decorative panels, from the Jain and Hindu temples.
Qutub Minar is a World Heritage Monument.
National Museum - South Indian Wood Carving
by FruitLover
This gallery reflects the tradition of carving wood in India for architecture, religious, utilitarian and decorative needs. More than 100 exhibits show various techniques and vivid subjects, which illustrates all the variety from architectural dwellings, doors, windows to cotlegs, boxes and mirrors.
Most recommended:
- Carved Mandapa of a Gujarat temple (16th century AD);
- Carved door and pillar from the Sun temple of Katarmal, Uttaranchal, 13th century AD).