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Worshipping god is a part of human life. All people regardless of their religion worship god. The worshipping of god was practiced since early times. Most of the tourist destinations have places to worship god.

This need was felt since long ago as man realized that he receives utter silence and peace of mind in a shrine than anywhere else in the world. Due to this reason, shrines have been symbols of peace, tolerance, religion and sincerity of people. Delhi is the capital of India and an important tourist destination as well.

Spheres and Shrines
Delhi has always offered its tourists the best in everything right from accommodation to food. It maintains this image in the sphere of shrines and other religious places too. Pilgrims as well as tourists have various places to visit within the capital.

The Birla Mandir also known as the Lakshmi Narayan temple is built according to the architecture of Orissa and is situated in central Delhi. This temple was constructed in 1938 by Raja Baldev Das Birla and is dedicated to lord Narayana and goddess Lakshmi.

The Jama Masjid was built in 1638 and has a seating capacity of over 20,000. The mosque is near the Red Fort. The domes, minarets, gateways and the architectural beauty makes the tourists gape at the resourcefulness of the early Indian architects.

Prominent Temples
Bahai Temple is a marvel of contemporary architecture amidst the gardens and pools. This temple is spectacular before dusk when it is flood lit. The temple has no restriction on religions and is an appropriate place for meditation. Iskcon Temple is a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Krishna.

This temple is sited in few of the largest complexes in India. This elegant temple has numerous Hare-Rama Hare-Krishna followers. Chattarpur Mandir is dedicated to Durga Goddess. This is in south Indian style and is spread over an extensive area with lovely gardens and lawns.

Throughout the year devotees visit this temple, yet Navarathri festival attracts people from far and wide. Bala Hanuman Temple is sited on the Ranmal Lake and this temple has secured its position in the Guinness Book as this temple chants the mantra Sri Ram, Jai Ram, Jai Jai Ram for all the 24 hours.

St. James Church is the oldest church sited at Kashmere Gate. The dome is identical to the Florence Cathedral dome in Italy.

Aurobindo Ashram is in south Delhi adjacent to the Institute of Technology. Here the devotees can meditate for hours. There are accommodation facilities as well.