- Special Features
Foundation YearSthala TreeTheerthamRathamArchitectureOther SpecialityThe temple bears a close resemblance to the Swaminarayan Temple in London.
- Sthala Puran
Aksharwadi Temple, dedicated to Lord Swaminarayan, serves as a place for enlightenment as well as education and entertainment for many years. From the main temple to gardens, each and every element related to the shrines echoes spirituality. The temple bears a close resemblance to the Swaminarayan Temple in London. Other than Bhavnagar, one can find Swaminarayan temples in New Delhi and Gandhinagar that stand as a testament to the 10,000-year-old culture of the Indian subcontinent.
- Architecture
This intricately carved structure, built by the society of BAPS Shri Seva Sansthan, contains various terracotta works, wall paintings and idols of many deities including Kanhaji's cradle (Lord Krishna)
- Alankar of Deity
The adornment of the murti of Bhagwan Swaminarayan / Shri Harikrishna Maharaj with sandalwood paste ("chandan na wagha") is an annual feature in Swaminarayan mandirs, during the month of Vaishakh.
- Prayers and BenefitsSpecial Vratas and Prayers
Thakorji swings in various hindola during month of Ashadh.
Offerings to DeityStotras and Mantras
- FestivalsDiwali and AnnakutAkshar-Purushottam Darshan MahotsavA two-day celebration was held in Bhavnagar to honor the Swaminarayan Bhashyas and Vadagrantha written by Bhadresh Swami explaining the Akshar-Purushottam Darshan revealed by Bhagwan Swaminarayan.Hari Jayanti Festival
- Sodasha Upcharas
- Prasadhas
- Social ActivitiesAnnadhanMarriageEar BoringHead ShaveDanaasEducation FacilitiesSocial DrivesOther Activities
- Arjita Seva
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