A
brief gallery of opinions from dignitaries, professionals, schoolchildren
from Britain and the world reflect the impact of the mandir complex.
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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
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Prince Charles
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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
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P.M. Tony Blair
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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
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Diana,
Princess Of Wales
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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
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Dr.
George Carey
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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
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Michael
Jackson
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It
was a great honor to be in the presence of the holy and the spiritual
building of God.
Michael
Jackson
25 July 1999
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Jimmy Carter
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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
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Rt. Hon. William Hague
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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
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Dr. Bakili Muluzi
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There
are excellent facilities to worship God and congratulations for
this beautiful temple...
Dr. Bakili Muluzi, President of Malawi
12 Dec 1999
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Richard
Branson
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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
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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

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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
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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
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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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