Vermont Hindu Temple - Burlington, VT

The Vermont Hindu Temple was started by and primarily serves the Bhutanese-Nepali refugee community in Burlington. Located at 20 Allen Street, the religious organization provides a place for the community to share and celebrate Hindu philosophy and practice. While it began as a space to preserve cultural identity for the refugee community, it is open to all who wish to participate.
Key features
Focus: As stated on its website, the temple was founded "to celebrate and share Hindu philosophy and practice".
Worship and bhajan: The temple provides a space for worship and meditation. Community members gather for rituals, often accompanied by singing bhajans, or devotional songs.
Community and devotion: Visitors describe an atmosphere of energy and cooperation, with participants showing devotion and respect during rituals.
Community-led: The temple was started by members of the Bhutanese-Nepali refugee community to provide spiritual and cultural support.
Cultural education: The temple is a center for preserving and promoting Hindu and Nepali culture and traditions.
Accessibility: As the temple's operations are smaller and volunteer-driven, it is best to contact them directly for specific information regarding accessibility or other special needs.