Sri Siva Vishnu Temple - Lanham, MD

The Sri Siva Vishnu Temple is a prominent Hindu temple in Lanham, Maryland. Also known for its intricate South Indian architectural style and its tranquil, spiritual atmosphere. It is one of the largest Hindu temples in the United States. And serves as a major community and cultural hub for thousands of devotees.

Key features

Diverse Deities: Sri Siva Vishnu Temple complex houses multiple shrines (Sannidhis) for many deities, including Siva, Vishnu (Anantha Padmanabha and Venkateswara), Parvathi, Lakshmi, Subrahmanya, and Ayyappa.

Architectural Fusion: Constructed beginning in 1988, the temple's design incorporates authentic styles from various regions of India, including Pallava, Chola, and Vijayanagara.

Unique Ayyappa Shrine: Moreover, the temple features a distinct shrine for Ayyappa with 18 steps, modeled after the famous Sabarimala temple, which is rare outside of India.

Religious Services: The temple holds daily rituals (pujas) and special ceremonies (utsavams) throughout the year, attracting a large number of worshippers.

Cultural Center: Furthermore, Beyond its religious functions, the temple provides a space for cultural and educational activities for the Hindu community.

Community Facilities: A cafeteria in the basement serves a variety of South Indian snacks and dishes, and there is ample parking available for visitors.

Accessibility: Its location is easily accessible, and it serves a large congregation of Indian and Hindu Americans in the greater Washington D.C. area.

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