Hindu Temple of Florida

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Hindu Temple of Tampa, Florida
Hindu Temple of Tampa, Florida
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Religion
AffiliationHinduism
FestivalsShivaratri, Vaikunda Ekadasi, Ganesha Chaturthi, Navaratri, Janmashtami, Deepavali
Location
LocationTampa
StateFlorida
CountryUnited States
Geographic coordinates28°02′39″N 82°32′10″W / 28.04427°N 82.53622°W / 28.04427; -82.53622Coordinates: 28°02′39″N 82°32′10″W / 28.04427°N 82.53622°W / 28.04427; -82.53622
Architecture
TypeModern, Hindu architectural style
Date established1996
Temple(s)1
Website
http://www.htfl.org/

The Hindu Temple of Florida is a Hindu temple and cultural center in Tampa, Florida.

History[]

In 1983, a group of Hindu's residing in and around Tampa, Florida established the Hindu Temple of Florida, a non-profit organization.[1] In 1989, the organization purchased land located ten miles north of the Tampa International Airport. [1][2] Construction for the temple began in 1994 and concluded in 1996.[1] In 1996, the Maha Kumbabhishekam and the consecration of the deities was performed by priest to commemorate the opening of the temple.[1][2][3] Following the opening, after six years of continued construction, the intricate carvings and sculptures seen on the external facing walls of the temple were completed.[4]

Temple dimensions[]

The temple is 70 feet tall and 14,573-square-feet.[5][6] The rajagopuram was designed and created by Muthiah Sthapathi and artists from Chennai, India.[6]

Temples in Tampa, FL[]

Other Indian temples in Tampa, FL include:[5]

References[]

  1. ^ a b c d "History of Hindu Temple of Florida". Hindu Temple of Florida.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  2. ^ a b "Hindu Temple of Florida". Atlas Obscura.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  3. ^ Whitman, Sarah. "Hindu Temple of Florida welcomes all peace seekers in Tampa". Tampa Bay Times.
  4. ^ Scott, Larissa (25 June 2021). "Hindu Temple of Florida celebrates 25 years in Carrollwood". ABC Action News.
  5. ^ a b Saundra, Amrhein. "A Look at Indian & Hindu Temples in Tampa Bay". Visit Florida.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: url-status (link)
  6. ^ a b Kay, Sheryl (24 October 2005). "A glorious gateway". Tampa Bay Times.
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