As Ayodhya gears up to host the grand inauguration of Ram Mandir today, we take a look at some of the important facts about the temple that you need to know:
> The foundation of the Ram Mandir holds profound spiritual significance, as sacred soil from 2587 regions was brought in to build it.
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> The architects of the temple hail from the illustrious Sompura family, known for crafting more than 100 temples worldwide, including the revered Somnath Temple.
> The Ram Mandir has been completely built of stones, and no steel or iron was used.
> The bricks used in constructing the Ram Mandir bear the sacred inscription ‘Shri Ram.’
> As a gesture of international spiritual camaraderie, soil from Thailand has been sent for the consecration ceremony.
> Spread across three floors, covering 2.7 acres, the ground floor depicts Lord Ram’s life, while the first floor will immerse visitors in the grandeur of Lord Ram’s Darbaar, crafted with Bansi Paharpur, a pink sandstone from Rajasthan’s Bharatpur.
> The temple incorporates 360 pillars in the Nagar style, enhancing its visual appeal.
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