Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
Lanham, Maryland
Contact & Location for Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
Service Times for Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
Monday 9:00 PM
Evening Services
Programs & Ministries at Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
About Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
Sri Siva Vishnu Temple in Lanham, Maryland is one of the largest Hindu temples in the western hemisphere, serving the Hindu community in the Washington D.C. region since its founding in 1980. The temple incorporates multiple architectural styles including Mayan, Pallava, Vijayanagara, Kerala, and South Canara traditions, housing several sanctums with deities consecrated between 1990 and 2002. The temple offers daily pujas including morning Suprabhaatam and evening Aarathi, along with numerous specialized puja services for life milestones such as naming ceremonies, thread ceremonies, and wedding rites. Beyond religious services, the community provides cultural events featuring local and Indian artists, educational programs on Hindu philosophy and traditions, instruction in classical Indian music and dance forms, and various community service initiatives. The temple operates extensive facilities including an auditorium for performances, a dining hall, and homakunds for ritual worship.
First-Time Visitor Info for Sri Siva Vishnu Temple
Dress Code: Modest attire is typically expected; shoes are usually removed before entering the sanctums. Service Format: Daily pujas occur at 9:00 AM (Temple Opening & Suprabhaatam on weekdays), 9:30 AM (Abhishekam daily), and 6:30 PM (Evening Aarathi daily); the temple is open weekdays 9 AM–1 PM and 5 PM–9 PM, weekends and holidays 9 AM–9 PM. Visitor Tips: Prasadam (blessed food) is available on weekends and special holidays for a nominal donation; the prasadam counter operates 9 AM–1 PM and 5 PM–9 PM Monday through Friday (closed Wednesdays) and 9 AM–9 PM on weekends.
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