Description
The Shiva-Vishnu Temple (managed by the Hindu Community and Cultural Center) is the largest Hindu temple in the San Francisco Bay Area. Established in 1977, it serves as a premier spiritual and cultural hub, featuring traditional South Indian architecture with intricately carved gopurams.
Key features
Daily Worship & Darshan: The temple is open daily from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. It houses major shrines for Lord Shiva, Lord Vishnu (Venkatachalapathy), Ganesha, Durga, and more.
Religious Rituals: Experienced priests perform daily poojas, archanas, and abhishekams.
Community Meals (Prasadam): Authentic vegetarian prasadam is available daily at the counter. A full mahaprasad meal is often served in the afternoon.
Health & Counseling: The center provides a Free Health Advisory Clinic every Saturday and complimentary counseling services.
Event Facilities: A large auditorium and halls are available for weddings and cultural functions.
BalaJyothi Classes: Religious education for children, including Saturday classes on the Mahabharata and Krishnavatara.
Youth Council (YuvaJyothi): Specialized activities starting in Spring 2026 for teenagers.
Language & Chanting: Offers Sanskrit classes and sessions for learning to chant the Bhagavad Gita.
Online Resources: Real-time updates, event flyers, and donation portals are available on the Livermore Temple official website.
Accessibility: The campus is inclusive, featuring a wheelchair-accessible entrance, restrooms, and a large parking lot.
Location
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1232 Arrowhead Avenue, Livermore, California 94551, United States
Region
Open
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Monday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Tuesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Wednesday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Thursday
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Friday
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Saturday
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
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Sunday
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
January 23, 2026 1:05 pm local time
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