An exclusive example of religious tolerance, the Dayal Bagh Gardens is located at a distance of 15 km from Agra. One of the prime tourist attractions in Agra, it is visited by most travelers visiting the city. It was established in the memory of Shiv Dayal Sahib, the originator of the Radhasoami Satsang Movement, a religious movement that started in 1861. The movement in fact followed a code that is a blend of a number of other religions such as Christianity, Hinduism, Sikhism and Buddhism.
The memorial of Shiv Dayal Sahib which is housed within the Dayalbagh gardens is actually a structure that combines the characteristics of a temple, a mosque, a vihara and a Gurudwara. It towers up to 110 feet, flaunting impressive pillars made of pure white marble. The structure of the mosque deeply depicts the essence of the tolerant and secular perception followed by Dayal Sahib. Christened after Shiv Dayal Sahib, the memorial is one of the striking tourist attractions in Agra. An impressive architectural piece of work with huge pillars, it portrays the elements of all the religions, Hinduism, Jainism, Buddhism and Islam.
The construction process of the Dayal Bagh Gardens is an interesting feature. According to the people of Radhasoami sect the construction should be undergone at a stretch and in a continuous line with additions and editions going on at regular intervals. In that strain, the temple is actually being built for the last 100 years and more.
One of the outstanding tourist attractions, the Dayal Bagh Gardens is also one of the most exclusive pilgrimage sites in India, attracting thousands of tourists each year. Visit to this place on your tour to Agra will be worth remembrance.
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