Baha’i House of Worship

The Baha'i House of Worship and prayer gardens, which are designated as a "place of spiritual gathering and manifestation of divine secrets," are available daily to individuals of all religions, races, and nations for prayer, meditation, and personal contemplation. Its grand architecture and serene environment, nestled within fifteen acres of beautiful gardens, provide an unforgettable experience.

Construction was completed 1984, and the official dedication ceremony was performed in September of 1984, with a large number of guests and dignitaries in attendance. The celebrations came to a close with the official dedication of the House of Worship to God's oneness, religion's oneness, and humanity's oneness. Its gates were now open to anyone who wanted to come in.

The Baha'i House of Worship's remarkable architecture embodies grace and beauty, with nine symmetrical sides and entrances. The main theater, with its grandiose dome soaring 28 meters (92 feet) high and inlaid with converging lines of mirrored glass, is particularly stunning. The House of Worship rises from a 20-acre prayer garden that is home to more than 60 types of flowers, plants, and trees that are all indigenous to Samoa. The gardens, which are interspersed with trails and bridges, can be used for personal reflection or simply a stroll among Samoa's natural splendor.

The Baha'i holy books describe a vision of the House of Worship that includes not only a spiritual gathering place, but also a hospital, orphanage, university, and other social organizations. It will create momentum for both spiritual and material growth of humanity in this way.

Location: Apia