If you’ve ever wanted to visit India, head to Main Street in Robbinsville, N.J., just west of Hamilton Township, where a gold-topped spire will peek above the skyline. Head toward it, and you arrive ...
So here’s your weekend plans: You’re going to go to the world’s biggest Hindu temple this side of India. It’s in Robbinsville, it’s called Swaminarayan Akshardham and the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir ...
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A remarkable journey of religious significance and fine arts bridges Indian sacred art and American temple architecture.
If you've ever wanted to visit India, hop on the New Jersey Turnpike. When you reach Main Street in Robbinsville, about a half-hour outside of Trenton, a gold-topped spire will peek above the skyline.