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The Golden Temple of Vellore is situated in a place called “Malaikodi”. The temple held its consecration on the 24th of August in the year 2007. This ceremony was attended by thousands of devotees. Thus, the Golden Temple history does not date back to the era of Vijayanagara kings when the majority of the construction in the city was done.


The temple has been done by highly adept artisans. They have done intricate and manual work to create this mammoth. The temple has been built on 100 acres of land. It has been designed by a Vellore-based architect, Sri. Narayani Peedam. This has been advanced by Sri Sakthi Amma, also known Narayani Amma, who is a Vellore-based religious leader.


The forehead or crown of the Temple has some of the most intricate designs ever seen in the Indian construction. It is carved with complex art forms in gold and silver. The development of this awe-inspiring forehead was completed on 24th August 2007. It is believed that more than 1500 kg. of gold was used to make the forehead.

The crown of Sri Lakshmi Golden Temple is called “Vimanam” or “Ardha Mandapam”. This crown is one of the biggest temple crown in the history of architecture. The temple is the storehouse of the diety of Sri Lakshmi Narayani. Sripuram Golden Temple was built in a time frame of 7 years. This period is considerably small when considering the construction of other massive buildings and temples like Taj Mahal was completed in 22 years, Golden Temple, Amritsar was completed in around 10 years etc.

Sripuram Golden Temple was built in a time frame of 7 years. This period is considerably small when considering the construction of other massive buildings and temples like Taj Mahal was completed in 22 years, Golden Temple, Amritsar was completed in around 10 years etc.

The temple is situated at an apt location. The location of the temple has been decided by taking “Vastu” , which is a traditional Hindu system of architecture into account. Sri Lakshmi Golden Temple has been built in the center of a star-shaped path so that it absorbs a lot of positive energy from nature. This star-shaped path is called “Sri Chakra”. The path to the temple stretches for around 1.8 km.

The Vellore Golden Temple history elucidates that this location is a source of peace, tranquility and relaxation for the devotees. It is believed that ardent devotees who walk through this star-shaped path are blessed to read the messages of justice and truth which allow them to transform into powerful and supreme creatures. The penultimate goal is to kindle concrete faith in Almighty and the ultimate aim is to change people.
What you should know about the dress code in Vellore Golden Temple
Sri Lakshmi Golden Temple, situated in Vellore, is a relatively new and cosmopolitan temple. People who practice different religions and faiths are allowed to enter the temple and offer their prayers. The visiting hours are usually between 8 am. to 8 pm. with an exception of special occasions wherein the timings may be adjusted as per the needs and convenience.


Despite being religiously tolerant, the heads of the temple are not lenient on the outfit of the visitors. Like the dress code of any other temple, the Vellore Golden Temple dress code is also a strict one. A casual and elegant outfit is the best when visiting the temple. One should avoid any kind of extravagant outfit. After all, you are going to offer prayers and not for ramp walking.


Devotees are requested to dress decently when visiting the temple. There is no provision to allow entry to people wearing night wear, short pants, lungis, midis, short dresses, and Bermudas. When visiting any Hindu temple, it is the best to wear something ethnic or traditional. Kurti with churidar or Patiala and saree are the best options for women. For males, kurta with pyjama or dhoti and jeans with shirt are ideal options.
SW-User
Wow! How do I get there?
LoneKnight · M
@SW-User I am an Indian decent from Malaysia.I suppose any one who is interested can Google for the information.

I received this on my Facebook feed and I shared it here.
SW-User
@LoneKnight sometimes I travel to India, always looking for great places to visit!
LoneKnight · M
@SW-User That 's great 👍. I never been to India.
Planning to visit the land of my ancestors someday.
Sharky86 · 36-40, M
Cool! Ever been to Falakata? Siliguri?
LoneKnight · M
@Sharky86 I am an Indian decent from Malaysia and I never been to India.
What is special about those places you mentioned?
Sharky86 · 36-40, M
@LoneKnight Best places in the world! XD

 
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