Overview
India has long been recognized as a secular state as religious freedom is a fundamental right, guaranteed under the Constitution. It is home to some 1.3 bn people with various religious beliefs who live in harmony. The country is built on the foundations of a civilisation that is fundamentally tolerant. India is the birthplace of four major religions of the world Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism and Sikhism, collectively recognised as Dharmic religions that believe Moksha is the most supreme state of the Atma; the country also has a significant population of three other religions of the world – Islam, Christianity and Zoroastrianism.
Through the ages, Indian philosophers and rulers and the modern political leadership have expounded and upheld the principles of equality and tolerance. Despite many religions, the divinity and peace can be immediately felt in all major religious practices in the country. Is put very succinctly India celebrates its religious diversity by upholding religious freedom. No other country matches India in respect of such diversity and the commitment to preserve such a colourful mosaic
This tour offers a window to India’s rich spiritual culture, beautifully documented in its many places of worship and religious festivals.
Why you will love it
- The storyteller with deep perspectives and insights into religions of India
- Iconic place of worship for Hinduism: Hanuman Temple
- Iconic place of worship for Islam: Jama Masjid Mosque
- Iconic place of worship for Sikhism: Bangla Sahib
- Iconic place of worship for Christianity: Sacred Heart Cathedral
- Traditional Indian buffet lunch
What you will experience
On this curated tour, we will explore the spirituality of Delhi by visiting most iconic centers of four major religions in India. Following a chronological order of origin of these religions, your expert guide will share deep observations about Hinduism at the iconic Hanuman Mandir (temple of the Monkey god) and Islam at the serene Jama Masjid Mosque. We will head to Delhi’s famous Sacred Heart Cathedral and then to Bangla Sahib, a prominent Sikh temple to feel the divine and spend some time in introspection. You will have the most authentic experience at all four locations by doing a few rituals first hand and understanding the meaning of each.
The tour includes transportation through colorful tuk tuks and a vegetarian meal at the culmination where we will share our experiences and stories to take back home.
INR 3500 per person | 4 hours | Walking Tours
