Experts' Choice Award Lotus Temple
What the experts agree on
This striking lotus-shaped Bahai temple captivates with its iconic white marble petals and serene garden setting. Experts praise the awe-inspiring architecture and peaceful atmosphere—a spiritual sanctuary that stands apart from Delhi's other
“A blooming house of worship for the masses. ”
– Atlas Obscura
Fodor's "The lotus flower is a symbol of purity and spirituality throughout India, and Delhi's Baha'i Temple celebrates this in a unique architectural way." Full review
Afar Magazine "Delhi is brimming with temples, but the unique architecture of the Baha'i House of Worship blossoms above the rest." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Completed in 1986 and resembling a giant lotus bud, Bahai Temple stands in a superbly maintained garden and symbolises the unity and peace so cherished by followers of the Bahai faith." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The temple design fascinates whether you're photographing the lotus structure from the outside or experiencing the concrete, ribbed-dome interiors."
New Delhi Travel Guide
August 16, 2021
National Geographic011 2644 4029
Bahapur, Kalkaji (9 km/5 mi southeast of Connaught Pl., New Delhi, India
