Updated February 12th, 2024 at 16:42 IST
BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi | Image:@AbuDhabiMandir on X
The Ministry of External Affairs announced on February 10 that Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be visiting the United Arab Emirates for two days this week, during which he will inaugurate a significant Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. Construction on the approximately 27 acres of land of the temple began in 2019 and has finally come to its conclusion. Ahead of its inauguration, here are some other temples you can visit in the country.
Hindu Temple, Dubai
Located in a neighbourhood referred to as the emirate’s ‘worship village’, the Hindu Temple formally opened its doors to worshippers across the UAE in 2022. The temple features detailed hand carvings, ornate pillars, brass spires, and striking lattice screens that blend Indian and Arabic architecture.
This fascinating place of worship’s ability to hold close to a thousand devotees at once and its openness to all faiths are two of…
