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EME Temple
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EME Temple

Getting around: In Vadodara, reachable by auto-rickshaw or taxi from the city center.
Hours: Open daily, roughly 7am to 8pm.

EME Temple (Dakshinamurti Temple) is an unusual temple built by the Indian Army's Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers, constructed largely from military surplus and recycled materials, including aluminum and other scrap metal, into an elaborate architectural structure dedicated to Shiva. It's a distinctive engineering and artistic achievement, quite different in construction method from any conventional temple.

It's a lesser-known but genuinely interesting stop given its unusual origin story and materials, appealing to visitors curious about unconventional architecture as much as those visiting for religious reasons.

EME Temple FAQs

Why is EME Temple unusual?

It was built by the Indian Army's Corps of Electronics and Mechanical Engineers largely using military surplus and recycled materials like aluminum and scrap metal, an unconventional construction approach for a Hindu temple.

How long does a visit take?

30-45 minutes.

Is there an entry fee?

No, entry is generally free.

Which deity is the temple dedicated to?

Shiva, in the form of Dakshinamurti.

Is this temple well known?

It's a lesser-known but genuinely distinctive site, appealing especially to those curious about unusual architecture and construction methods.

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