Delhi Govt Launches Four Spiritual and Heritage Tourism Circuits at Akshardham Temple
The Delhi government on Tuesday launched four spiritual and heritage tourism circuits across the city in an effort to transform the capital into a major spiritual destination. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta officially launched the initiative during the Spiritual and Heritage Tourism Conclave-2026, which was held at Akshardham Temple. Organized under the theme "Delhi: The capital of spirituality," the conclave was also attended by spiritual leader Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev.
The four tourism circuits are named "Soul of Delhi," "Heritage of Delhi," "Delhi’s Sacred Harmony," and "Echoes of Delhi." According to government officials, the curated routes are designed to offer visitors a combination of spirituality, heritage, architecture, and culture. The primary goal of the new initiative is to encourage tourists to spend more time exploring the national capital.
Each circuit focuses on a distinct selection of religious and historical landmarks. The "Soul of Delhi" circuit includes Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Sacred Heart Cathedral, Agrasen Ki Baoli, Lotus Temple, and Akshardham Temple. The "Heritage of Delhi" circuit features Birla Temple, Jhandewalan Mata Mandir, Jantar Mantar, Yogmaya Mandir, and Jagannath Temple.
The third route, "Delhi’s Sacred Harmony," covers Praacheen Hanuman Mandir, Digambar Jain Lal Mandir, Ambedkar Memorial, Purana Qila, and Hazrat Nizamuddin. The fourth route, "Echoes of Delhi," incorporates Gurudwara Rakab Ganj Sahib, Buddhist Temple, Church of Redemption, Mehrauli Archaeological Park, Chhatarpur Mandir, and Linga Bhairavi Sannidhanam.
Speaking at the launch, Chief Minister Gupta stated that tourists visiting the city should be able to experience its spirituality, history, architecture, culture, cuisine, folk traditions, and diverse faiths. She noted that Delhi’s identity extends beyond well-known monuments such as the Red Fort and Humayun’s Tomb, highlighting that the capital houses temples, gurdwaras, churches, mosques, and Buddhist and Jain sites. She added that people from across India continue to preserve their cultures and traditions in Delhi.
Government officials pointed out that encouraging longer tourist stays would generate fresh economic opportunities for local businesses, including hotels, restaurants, tour operators, local guides, artists, artisans, and small business owners. Gupta also highlighted the broader potential of spiritual tourism, stating that rising global interest in Indian spirituality, yoga, peace, and inner balance presents a significant opportunity for the capital.
