evidence: Welcome to BAPS Hindu Mandir Abu Dhabi! [...] The brand new BAPS Hindu Mandir in Abu Dhabi is an awe-inspiring oasis in the middle of the Arabian sands that serves as a fresh bridge to the Almighty, a shining beacon of artistry, and a testament to cross-cultural harmony. The temple was constructed by the well-known Hindu religious organization BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha to support the expanding Hindu community in the United Arab Emirates. [...] The BAPS Hindu Mandir is the only Hindu temple in Abu Dhabi. It is also the first authentic Hindu stone temple in the Middle East. It is also the first to be constructed of interlocking stone blocks, a traditional method employed in the construction of several of India's most revered temples.