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A brief gallery of opinions from dignitaries, professionals, schoolchildren from Britain and the world reflect the impact of the mandir complex.

   

It has been for me a truly unforgettable experience visiting this fabulous mandir. Its architecture and spiritual symbolism are genuinely exceptional. And long may it continue to serve the community.

Emeka Auyaoku, General Secretary, The Commonwealth

   
Prince Charles
Prince Charles

It is an exciting and noble addition to the landscape of London, of which you should be justly proud, and it raised my spirit, Ladies and Gentlemen, driving here this evening and turning the corner down that street and seeing this great shining, white building at the end of the street, and I am so glad that you have been able to do this yourselves. ... This Mandir reveals in the most vivid way the spirit of all those thousands of hours of dedication and love and sacrifice and skill on the part of so many thousands of people from Britain and all over the world which have come together to make this building possible.

Prince Charles, Prince Of Wales
28 Feb 1996

   


P.M. Tony Blair

I have never seen such a magnificent work of modern architecture as this. It is a magnificent mandir built thanks to the love and devotion of countless people. It is a place of beauty, a source of inspiration to worship and to reflect. It is a veritable pavilion of peace and of promise.

P.M. Tony Blair, UK
21 June 1996

   
Princess Diana
Diana, Princess Of Wales

Even before entering the mandir, it is impossible to feel the enormous love and devotion that has gone into the building of this magnificent house of prayer for the Hindu faith. I was touched by the peacefulness and tranquillity that surrounds one when passing thorough the doors of the temple, and it is astounding that such beauty was constructed in only three years. My visit was a journey in learning and memory that I will always treasure and I send you, and all who helped to make this such a special time, my heartfelt best wishes.

Diana, Princess of Wales
6 June 1997

   


Dr. George Carey

I have been impressed by the exquisite workmanship and the care and love that have gone into the building of this temple.

Dr. George Carey, The Archbishop of Canterbury
13 Dec 1996

   
 
Michael Jackson

It was a great honor to be in the presence of the holy and the spiritual building of God.

Michael Jackson
25 July 1999

   

Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Carter

A truly beautiful and inspirational place...
This is the most remarkable place I have ever seen. I shall never forget this day in my life.

Jimmy Carter
10 Oct 1999

   
 
Rt. Hon. William Hague

One of the most remarkable places I have visited in the country – a truly inspiring example of what can be achieved, and the hope and faith that can be given to new generations.

Rt. Hon. William Hague
Leader of Conservative Party
2 Nov 1999

   

Dr. Bakili Muluzi

There are excellent facilities to worship God and congratulations for this beautiful temple...

Dr. Bakili Muluzi, President of Malawi
12 Dec 1999

   
 
Richard Branson

This magnificent Temple is one of the wonders of the world; the impact of the Hindu religion has only begun to be felt in Britain. I am very pleased and proud that this wonderful building has been built in Brent. It will become a centre for Hindus throughout the world to visit and be part of the uniquely diverse culture of Brent. This event has demonstrated a message of hope and peace for the whole world.

Richard Branson, The Virgin Group
13 Oct 1995

   
 

I have seen many temples, but none as beautiful as this. Such a temple cannot be built by man, such work is possible only by one possessed by God.

R. Venkataraman, The President of India
18 Aug 1995

   
 

Fascinating to see another religion/culture in the middle of London. Heartening to see such support from so many different kinds and ages of people especially so many young people. Wonderful charitable program. The warm welcome was appreciated by all of us. We were surprised by your openness and generosity ! As an active Christian I am particularly impressed with so much shared belief.

Elizabeth Bond, Opera Singer

   
 

What a wonderful expression of love this London Mandir is. A unifying force for all the people of Indian descent in England. To a country that some in India may say "stole the crown jewel from India" Pramukh Swami has said, "Here, I give you the crown jewel of my religion."

Late Ron Patel, Editor, Phildelphia Inquirer, USA

   
 

Other dignitaries who have visited the London mandir are : HRH Prince Philip – UK, HRH Virendra Vir Vikram – King of Nepal, P.M. Atal Behari Vajpayee – India, President C. Uteem – Mauritius, P.M. A Jaugnath – Mauritius, President Y. Museveni – Uganda, P.M. J.S. Malecela – Tanzania, Evelyn Rothschild – UK, L.N. Mittal – U.K.

   
 
 
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