Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Intricate work on central edifice proceeds in earnest
Crane removed from south plaza while some of the most intricate stages of building the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá are now simultaneously under way.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l‑Bahá
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Landscaping work advances as ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre completed
A new milestone has been reached with the completion of the ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre as landscaping surrounding the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá continues to advance.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Marble installation begins, marking major milestone
Marble installation begins under the trellis, work on paths advances, landscaping and ‘Akká Visitors’ Centre near completion—marking major progress at the site.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Work begins on building systems and exterior surfaces
Construction work on the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá enters a new phase focused on intricate details of building systems and exterior surfaces.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Trellis structure fully revealed
The completed body of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá is now visible for the first time; the emerging Shrine stands as symbol of unremitting service to humanity.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Concrete structure of the Shrine is now complete
The trellis for the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá has now been cast, signaling the completion of the concrete body of the Shrine.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Construction nears major milestone
The final stages of preparations are being made to cast the roof structure of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, a major milestone in the project.
Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá
Short film explores journey of construction project
A short documentary about the construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá was released today for the occasion of the 13th International Bahá’í Convention.
