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Thousands enjoy food, music and adventure at Festival of Inspiration

Families explored children's adventureland before relishing mouth-watering Indian street food and listening to a vibrant blend of music.

Thousands enjoy food, music and adventure at Festival of Inspiration
Eastern Eye Staff
By Eastern Eye StaffJul 25, 2022

THOUSANDS of visitors enjoyed a free day out on the opening weekend of the Festival of Inspiration at Neasden Temple. Families explored the children’s adventureland before tucking into mouth-watering Indian street food whilst listening to a vibrant blend of music at a cosy spot inside the gardens of the festival grounds. The fun event continues till July 31.

Festival of Inspiration Two visitors enjoy food at the Festival of Inspiration. (Picture: BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha)

Festival of Inspiration Parents enjoy a 3D show with their children at the Festival of Inspiration. (Picture: BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha)

Festival of Inspiration A child enjoys at the Festival of Inspiration. (Picture: BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha)

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