peaceful faith and an amalgamation of opposites
Lotus Temple and Hauz Khas Village
Our first stop this morning will be The Lotus Temple or Bahá'í House of Worship introduces you to the unique faith, like all Bahá'í Houses of Worship, the Lotus Temple is open to all, regardless of religion or any other qualification. Notable for its flowerlike shape, the building is composed of 27 free-standing marble-clad "petals" arranged in clusters of three to form nine sides, with nine doors opening onto a central hall. A 2001 CNN report referred to it as the most visited building in the world.
Our next visit is to Hauz Khas Village, well known in medieval times, the Hauz Khas village has amazing buildings built around the reservoir. Enjoy a walk through this village with a lunch in the vicinity. Like an ideal Incredible India, it has buffaloes, BMWs, imported cigarettes, hookahs, cleavage- showing models, veiled village belles, art galleries, elite restaurants, designer boutiques, brick hovels and glass –panelled designer studious co-existing harmoniously.
Lunch at Social, Hauz Khas
Cuisine: International
Founded with the concept of reinventing socialising, the restaurant seamlessly blends a cafe culture with a workspace. This urban hangout lets you network even when the net is not working! The menu is innovative, the decor quirky and service efficient.
