Anand
Category Religious Site |
Nearby Places 6 Place(s) |
Approx. Time to Explore
1 Hour(s) |
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About the location: There are a number of Swaminarayan (Krishna) temples in Gujarat, all marked by grand architecture and highly decorative features like intricate sculptures and doors, and a sanctum with a radiant deity inside. This temple, in the heart of Anand town, is no different. The temple has been built on the principles of Vedic Hinduism.
Brief History: Swaminarayan Sampraday or Uddhav Sampraday is a Hindu sect propagated by Swaminarayan who lived between 1781 and 1830. During this period he ensured that the movement based on Vedic philosophy gained strength. Apart from traditional Hindu scriptures, the sect has its own writings, of which, Shikshapatri is the most famous one.
By road: NH8 passes through Baroda, making it well connected by road as well.
By rail: The city lies on the busy Mumbai-Delhi Western Railway Mainline and is well connected by premium trains like Shatabdi and Rajdhani.
By air: Domestic flights connect Vadodara (BDQ) to major cities in India.
On any emergency you can contact on helpline numbers like Police - 100, Ambulance - 101, Fire - 102, Emergency Response Service - 108, Women's helpline-181, Child abuse hotline - 1098
