The Ram Temple in Ayodhya was consecrated on January 22. Here are 10 key features of the newly built Ram Janmabhoomi Temple.
Designed by architect Chandrakant B Sompura, in collaboration with his son Ashish Sompura, the temple has been built in the traditional Nagara style.
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The temple has a length (east-west) of 380 feet, a width of 250 feet, and a height of 161 feet.
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The three-storied temple is supported by 392 pillars and 44 doors, each floor being 20 feet tall.
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The pillars and walls are adorned with intricately sculpted depictions of Hindu gods and goddesses.
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The idol of Shri Ram Lalla (Lord Ram in his childhood form) has been installed in the main sanctum sanctorum. The idol has been sculpted by Arun Yogiraj.
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The temple consists of five mandaps (halls) including the Nritya Mandap, Rang Mandap, Sabha Mandap, Prathana Mandap and Kirtan Mandap.
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Situated on the eastern side, the main entrance can be approached by ascending 32 stairs through the Singh Dwar.
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The four corners of the temple compound feature four mandirs, which are dedicated to Surya Dev, Devi Bhagwati, Ganesh Bhagwan, and Bhagwan Shiv. The northern arm includes a Mandir of Maa Annapurna, while the southern arm is a Mandir of Hanuman ji.
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No iron has been used anywhere in the construction of the temple.
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The temple complex also has a sewage treatment plant, water treatment plant, water supply for fire safety and an independent power station.