The Lotus Temple is a Bahá’í House of Worship, distinguished by its remarkable architecture that takes the form of a blooming lotus flower. Composed of 27 free-standing marble-clad “petals,” this structure is a study in symmetry and grace. The petals are arranged in clusters of three to form nine sides, with nine doors opening onto a central hall capable of holding up to 2,500 people. The temple’s design ingeniously harnesses natural light, creating an ethereal ambiance within its prayer hall.