UAE: BAPS Hindu Mandir releases dress codes, pet rules and camera guidelines – Have a look

Inaugurated by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi last month, the BAPS Hindu Mandir in the UAE capital of Abu Dhabi opened for the public on March 1. It is open to people of all religion from Tuesday to Sunday (9 am – 8 pm). The temple will remain closed every Monday.

The X handle dedicated to the temple uploaded a tweet on Friday to inform about the opening. In addition, the official website of the Mandir has also released a set of guidelines that visitors and devotees are required to follow. Read on.

Bookings:

In order to preserve the tranquil ambiance and ensure the orderly management of premises, the BAPS Hindu Mandir in the Emirates has requested individual visitors to register before their visit. Unregistered visitors may be denied entry.

In terms of group visits, all Visit-Groups with more than 10 people must book a group package to enter the temple. People have also been asked to pay heed to dress codes to ensure their visit is “safe, enjoyable and respectful”.

Dress Codes and Entry Process:

“Cover the area of the body between the neck, the elbow and the ankles. Caps, t-shirts and other clothing articles with offensive designs are not allowed. Do not wear translucent or light-fitting clothing. Avoid … accessories that make distracting noises or reflections.”

People not following the aforementioned guidelines may be denied entry. The staff also conducts routine security checks on arrival. So visitors are asked to allow a little extra time to pass through the metal detector gates and the luggage x-ray machine.

Other Details:

In terms of photography, filming and recording, the activities are permitted for personal, non-commercial use only. For commercial or journalistic purposes, permission must be obtained in advance by contacting [email protected].

Furthermore, authorised personnel at the temple may capture images of visitors and devotees for promotional and archival proposes. Visitors grant the staff the right to use those images for promotion, communication and archiving, as long as they are not the primary subject.