Nilkanthdham — Attraction in Gujarat

Such a beautiful temple of lord Swaminarayan , There is everything thing inside the temple like Hotel , canteen , rooms , shopping and temple, this temple is showing more beautiful at the time of 6:30 to 9 at night, but the mandir doors closed at 10 pm so please note that. When I had visited the place the Parking fee of for 4 wheelers is 50 Rs and very good space for the parking. Parking area is very clean and environment friendly. in the canteen the per person dinner is 80 Rs. In the food area you can find all types of fast foods like tea , coffee,Soda , Dabeli , panipuri , vadapav , pizza all types items at the normal price. This temple is also have best looking. At this place if you want to look more beautiful and best environments and structure you can go in to there is a special advanture type construction but you need a whole day for it. The price for this way is Rs 160 per person. At the near of parking a swimming pool with a big size. If you want to go there you shell pay extra or buy extra ticket for this. Last if you want to spend night at this temple there is two way & please don't sleep in the parking they strictly decline for sleeping in parking area for safety and security purpose. You can rent a room in them luxurious hotel starting from Rs 850 to 4500 depends by types of room , at the my case all rooms are full because I'm getting let for it (10:30 ) please try to booked room first if you planning for stay in night , also you must pay extra amount for deposit. ( In my cousin case they Booked room of Rs 1350 two beds with AC and they paid Rs 500 for deposit. The second way for stay night is a very good and very family friendly because only 50 Rs per Bed and provide very best facility. In the Big hall there is 50-60 beds and very secure also. Cold drinking water available at the door step. Toilet and Washroom also available and very clean. I have best experience while morning at 7:05 am I am taking bath at this washroom, I have rated best facility in the 50 Rupees. You can purchase all types items at the normal prices with the MRP sticker of Nilkanth dham , UPI Transaction Is possible. After you visited the place Don't forget to go back side of temple there is a narmada River after the only 100 meters of temple. You can go there by walk and in case you don't want to go by walk there is a Bolero type car is available for taxi. They charge only 10 Rupees but I preferred to you please walk not a long Distance. After you reach at river you can ride a Uant in the 50 Rupees for big person and 30 rupees for children. There is many boates available in the river if you want to Rides in water. I suggest you after crossing river there is big Kuber ji mandir you should also go there . For crossing river they charges 20 rupees per person ticket. And they taking advance 20 rupees as a return ticket. I have a best experience for this temple you should visit...

NilkanthDham Poicha Swaminarayan Temple, located in Vadodara is the wonderful creation by swaminarayan Trust. A must visit place to spend whole day with family.

You can find very less frequency transport to reach here. Last Return bus is max at 6-7 PM evening.

For localites preferable to visit in evening as the night view with colourful lights Decorations is amazing.

Ample parking facility can reach by private transport.Once you enter temple there's nilkanth prasadam at left.

Sahjanand universe -The long cultural exhibition starting time is 1 PM, which takes around 3-4 hours to visit. The beautiful moving statues describing stories from life lessons of Ramayan, Mahabharat, Shri Krishna, Bhakt Shravan, Ghanshyam maharaj, Nilkanth, biggest statue of god Swaminarayan!A lot of greenery in the exhibition area you won't feel like hot atmosphere during summer.

Children park, horror house, mirror house, Acquerium, birds park, science Center, moving bridge, cultural models showing life of village people, our tirth dham temples!

Naukavihar where they'll take you through a water tunnel in a boat with live speakers for 20-30 mins containing representation of God/goddesses. Adult -40rs Children(4-12 age)-20rs

Lights & musical fountain show for 20-30 mins. The most thing I liked - they have very well utilized best creativity out of waste materials. Beautiful painting carvings everywhere.

The 3 element show Explaining importance of our 3/5 tatva devta, fire, water, air.

Excellent architecture designed for main temple. A fountain along with water falling from many small Goumukh statues, surrounded by collection of small big temples with BAPS Red Flags. A pure clean water, you can even spot the coins thrown by people during prayer. Backside in the center there's narmadeshwar mahadev temple where you can do abhishek & pooja. There's also a boating facility.

In the evening around 5:30 God Swaminarayan Ratha Yatra is being organized by staff there, Which moves around main temple with drums & swaminarayan kirtan- "Nilkanth tamaro Jay Jay Ho". All Raths arranged in Queue together all of us did maha Aarti & took blessings of God. Really a mesmerizing holy atmosphere.

Whole temple each statues were decorated with shining lights. There are many stors where you can do shoppings. Well organized things, seating arrangements for rest, quality food at cheapest rates, clean washrooms, Drinking water.

There's kuber bhandar temple on the other side of river bank,can reach via boating during day timings.

If you're planning to visit statue of Unity & Pavagadh in vadodara...

Neelkanth Dham Poicha is a beautiful and calm place built by the Swaminarayan Sampradaya, located about 35 kilometers from the Statue of Unity. It's a must-visit spot, especially if you are already planning a trip to the Statue of Unity. You can enjoy it as a one-day trip, making it an ideal spiritual getaway.

Temple Complex: The temple is dedicated to Lord Neelkanth, a form of Lord vishnu, and has beautiful idols of various gods, especially Shree Krishna in his child form. The intricate designs and decorations are mesmerizing, creating a spiritually enriching atmosphere. The overall environment is peaceful, making it perfect for devotees and those seeking tranquility.

Accommodation We booked a three-bedroom room in advance, which costed us around ₹2000 for the night. The rooms were very neat, clean, and well-maintained. The accommodation is comfortable and provides a peaceful environment for an overnight stay. With extra beds it coated us apx 7k for 3 room per night Filter water available in entire premises.

Facilities: Parking: There is a parking area available, and the charges were ₹100 for a bus. Food Court: The food court offers a wide variety of menu options at reasonable prices. It's great for a quick meal or a more relaxed dining experience. However, some visitors did not maintain cleanliness, which detracted slightly from the overall experience.

Shops:There are various shops on the premises where you can do some shopping. They offer homemade food items, pooja samgri, mobile accessories, toys, attar and perfume, dhoop agarbatti, chocolates, bags, hats, and more.

Special Features: Bhavya Pradarshan: A grand light and sound show that takes place in the evening. It is an enchanting display of lights, music, and spiritual storytelling. The entry fee is ₹200. Although we couldn't attend it, many visitors highly recommend it as an unforgettable experience. Timing: The temple complex lights are turned on at 7 PM and switched off at 9 PM, creating a magical atmosphere during those hours.

Conclusion: Neelkanth Dham Poicha is a divine and peaceful place to visit with its beautiful temple, stunning architecture, and serene environment. Whether you’re a devotee or someone looking for spiritual vibes, the temple offers a fulfilling experience. The accommodation is comfortable, food is affordable, and the Bhavya Pradarshan is a unique feature that adds to the charm of the place. If you're near the Statue of Unity, a visit to Neelkanth Dham Poicha is definitely recommended for a day trip or an extended stay for a deeper...