Neasden Temple – Friday 11th April 2025 – Blue Route

Friday 11th April 2025

Departures from 8:15am | Return journey leaves 3pm 

This beautiful complex comprises the stone Hindu temple (the Mandir (Hindu place of worship) – with 5,000 tonnes of marble and limestone it was hand carved in India and brought to London).  We also see the adjacent Haveli, a cultural centre crafted from wood with inner courtyards, beautiful carved friezes, and traditional carpet designs.  We learn about the world’s oldest living faith and experience a traditional Hindu prayer ceremony (11:45am).  Please note that a strict dress code operates in the complex. Tops must cover the shoulders, chest and upper arms. Leg-wear must be at least below knee-length.  Shoes are to be removed upon entering the complex. No bags – only small purses (palm size) are allowed.  There is a (Indian) restaurant on site (please advise if you want to book a table), a delicatessen selling Indian sweets and snacks or bring sandwiches to eat later (no bags allowed on site).