It is a very peaceful and beautiful temple. The main deity is Sharadamba, followed by Eshwaran to…read moreher left. Krishna, Ganesha, Subramanya, Durga, Hanuman, and Navagraha are other deities. We had a good darshan with Arti, which felt highly satisfying. We visited on a Sunday afternoon, so after the darshan, we had a blessed prasadam of vegetable kootu/ palya, filled with vegetables, Udupi-style sambar with rice, and curd rice with lemon pickle. Finally, we had the laddu prasadam as dessert. I plan to visit the mandir often to soak in the blessings...

One of our favorite temples in east coast .. very peaceful and we love the ambaaal and other…read moredeities here .. it's like 1.30 hrs drive from Our town in NJ but we always visit this temple . You can plan it with Dakshina Murthy temple and visit both the same day . Anna dhaana is in a separate building inside the temple and lots of volunteers.. thanks for all volunteers for feeding all devotees.. A must visit temple in east coast

One of a kind of a temple in USA .. its like a replica of Tirupati venkatschalapathy.. never seeen…read moresuch temple in US. Fantastic and really has fantastic aura. It's a new temple and just had kumbabishekam ... we just loved the positivity in this temple... They encourage lots of young kids and artists to perform in this temple .. . Big thanks to all organizers .. lots and lots of parking around . Nice location. Right in t he heart of NJ . 5 star for sure !

The Sri Venkateswara Temple is a Hindu temple located in Bridgewater, New Jersey, U.S. In 1998, the…read moretraditional stone temple was inaugurated. The temple is 11,000 square feet. It is a serene and spiritually uplifting place. The temple's architecture is beautiful and meticulously designed in traditional style. The deities are adorned with care, and the ambiance promotes peace and devotion. Temple has 16 Sannidhis for deities Venkateswara (Balaji) Sridevi, Bhudevi, Garuda, Ganesha, Ambika, Nandi, Siva Lingam, Ayyappa, Subrahmanya, Satyanarayana, Durga, Saraswati, Lakshmi Narayan, Radha Krishna, Rama, Anjaneya, and Navagraha. Temple timings 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, 4:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Dress code: Preferably Indian traditional attire. Sleeveless, shorts are not permitted. Cafeteria operates from 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm on week days, 9.30 am to 5.30 pm over the Weekend. Cafeteria schedule may vary during other Holidays. The temple is well-maintained, and the staff is welcoming and helpful. It's a wonderful space for prayer, cultural events, and community gatherings. The venkateshwara deity in the temple was as beautiful as the one in Tirupati. The temple also has several other deities that are all presented so beautifully. Blessed to have visited this temple. The priests at the temple are friendly, knowledgeable, and provide detailed guidance during rituals and poojas. They are respectful of individual preferences and ensure that each devotee feels welcomed. Their dedication to the services, from small personal prayers to larger ceremonies, truly adds to the spiritual essence of the temple. In terms of facilities, the temple has a canteen that serves traditional South Indian food, which is simple yet flavorful, giving a true taste of home. The meals are well-prepared and reasonably priced, adding a comforting touch to your visit. The cleanliness and organization of the dining area are commendable. One of the most appreciated features is the ample car parking space, which makes it very convenient for visitors, especially during busy festival times. The parking is well-organized, and there's enough room even on weekends and during major events. The temple shop is cute and has lots of culturally significant stuff. The temple also offers other services like cultural programs, and spiritual counseling, making it a community hub beyond just a place of worship. Overall, Sri Venkateshwara Temple provides a complete experience--spiritually uplifting, culturally enriching, and well-equipped for all its visitors. Definitely worth visiting for anyone looking for a divine experience in a welcoming environment.

​My family and I recently relocated to the East Coast from California, where we were accustomed to…read morethe peaceful and welcoming environment of the Malibu Temple. We visited the Bridgewater Temple hoping to create a similar, meaningful devotional memory with family friends who were visiting from out of state. Unfortunately, our visit turned into a deeply distressing and dark experience that stood in stark contrast to everything we have come to expect from Hindu temples in the USA. ​Following the alankaram service, we remained quietly in a corner of the main temple area while waiting for a family member to return from the parking lot. We were mindful of our children, ensuring they remained quiet and respectful of the sanctity of the space. We were speaking softly among ourselves, making a conscious effort not to disturb others. ​Despite our quiet demeanor, a volunteer approached us in an aggressive manner, forcefully placing a "silence" placard into the hands of one of the women in our group. He then proceeded to humiliate her publicly, refusing to listen to our apologies or accept that we were already being respectful. To our shock, a senior priest emerged and, rather than de-escalating the situation, chose to encourage this volunteer's aggressive behavior. ​We immediately removed ourselves from the premises, but we left feeling deeply hurt. As followers of Sanatan Dharma, we have always been taught that temples are places of peace, inclusivity, and dignity. There is no justification for the public humiliation of a woman or such a blatant display of disrespect. This entire situation could have been handled with basic human decency and a polite request, which we would have happily honored. ​We are incredibly saddened that our search for a place of worship on the East Coast began with such an unkind experience. We hope the leadership of this temple takes a moment to reflect on how their volunteers and staff treat devotees. True devotion should be reflected in how we treat one another.

Nice and only Shirdi Sai temple in this region, closest one to Harrisburg, PAread more

Breathtaking for sure…read more Being here felt almost the same as being inside the Sagrada in Spain and/or the Notre Dame in Paris. Same vibe, different deity. Our reservation was on a rainy Sunday. We got there before they were even open. There was already a line of cars that clearly stressed out the staff overseeing the entrance. At one point, one guy started running and told everyone they needed to turn right around and were then told to drive to the other side. A few cars were let in. We assumed they were staff. We were directed towards the huge parking lot which seemed more like the actual entrance. The first thing we saw was the massive statue. We did take some time to enjoy the flowers outside and the rest of things to be seen before going inside. Realistically, you really only need a couple hours. As soon as we entered the main building, numerous volunteers were available if you needed help, directions or whatever else. Our group of 4 started out together then we separated and did our own thing. I mostly followed the signs telling you where you should walk towards. My favorite thing was standing in the middle of a mandala on the floor then I would stare up and marble at the artistry. Every corner looked the same yet different. I took the time to read the description on the displays. Some folks were more fascinating than others, imho. We made sure to watch the short documentary playing in one of the theaters then grabbed a bite at the small cafe serving coffee, chain and some small bites. They also have a school style cafeteria where you can have hot foods. We didn't partake as we had lunch plans. We did however make sure to visit their gift shop where I ended up buying an unnecessary amount of incense. Shockingly, their pricing was very low. I'm from SoCal and typically get my incense from crystal shops or Venice Beach and the selection here was cheaper and smelled far better. The women in the shop were so nice and friendly. A must visit if you're in the area. I'm going to be visiting the one in SoCal when I get back home.

I had been waiting to visit this temple the day it was open. I don't drive & going to NJ from…read moreStaten Island without a car is a pain so finally one of my closest friend who had a school project & he requested that i join him & give him some ideas for the project. Respectfully I chose my own cultural clothing to show respect while I am there . And everyone loved & appreciated that where ever I was going . All the volunteers are absolutely amazing besides one. I almost cried & thought of leaving immediately. But some older gentleman reminded me not to ruin my peace & happy journey here for just one person. She was so racist, mean, have no idea how to treat people. I was probably one of the first hijaby she met on a Hindu temple and her heart couldn't take it ! I grow up with a father who was very close to culture, different religions never bothered him while making friends. Most of his friends are Hindu actually & we grow up like one family. So going to a temple & showing respect isn't new to me. I was gonna make a written complaint but I have decided to let it go & be a better person! If you are residing in New Jersey then you should not miss this temple. One of my all time favorite 'Awe' moments! There is a section where you are not allowed to take any pictures, that's the area I feel like not leaving ! A must see . If you wanna do a photoshoot try to make an appointment in advance, so they don't give you any problems. I don't think you have to pay anything for that , I am not sure though. But most of the areas you can definitely take pictures as much as you want with your phone . They have a big cafeteria, and the food is good . They also have a gift shop and as a South Asian I was shocked how cheap the items are considering outside in any other places. I ended up buying a lot of stuff , very good idea to get stuff for gifts . I am dreaming to come back again with some comfortable shoes lol !

I visited the Sri Mahaperiyava Temple in Flemington, NJ for the first time and felt truly blessed…read more It's a Shaivite temple where Mahaperiyava is revered as an avatar of Lord Shiva. Inside, the Kamakshi Ammavaru mandapam immediately caught my attention -- the walls are adorned with small, beautiful idols of Mahakali, Rajarajeshwari, Ardhanareeshwari, Varahi, and Bhairavam. The Kamakshi Ammavaru vigraham is very small, yet incredibly divine and captivating. There is another building next to the temple that includes an auditorium hall and a basement. In the basement, annadanam is served on weekends at 12:30 pm by dedicated volunteer devotees.

I find it more as a blessing to even add this place to Yelp and to write its first review…read more Mahaperiyava as He is fondly known as is a Hindu pontiff from southern India and this is a temple being built (still in construction phase) keeping His holiness as the main idol. This has come to fruition due to the strong belief and determination of several of His devotees. You can still visit this place where they have kept His idol and few more idols of lord Ganesha and Goddess Kamakshi in the makeshift mandapam (hall that will be used for other religious services and weddings after the temple gets constructed). Parking space is humongous and can never be a problem. I look forward to seeing this temple getting completed and see His divine form soon in the new sanctum Santorum.

A very unassuming religious place right from the outset. We have crossed this temple couple of…read moretimes not even knowing it was a religious place. Thanks to one of our relatives who pointed us to this temple. This Hindu temple has deities in the forms worshipped in the eastern part of India - Kolkata. They deities look so beautiful to the eyes and wonderfully adorned in silk clothing. The temple has a large hall and at the farther end of it has the deities lined up from left to right. The priest warmly welcomed us and invited us to visit in the future again. They have a decent parking space and mandates mask-wearing. I'm not sure if this place is handicap-friendly as there are few stairs in order to climb to the ground level.

Quite serene and peaceful …read more.. we always visit this temple in Durga Puja or Kali Pujo. this is Bengali temple and it has its branches all over India. big hall room having all god's idols ( Ram Ji-Sita Ji-Laxman Ji-Hanuman Ji-Vishnu Ji-Laxmi Ji-Krishna-Radha-Shankar Ji-Parvati Ji-Kali maa-Saraswati maa-Ganesh Ji-Durga Maa. quite peaceful and pious environment. its gets crowded in Durga Puja and getting parking is really difficult thought management arranges to park nearby. In the basement, activities take place. They have their website where activities list are placed and they are very punctual about timings of Puja. Unlike other Pujas in NJ, they don't force you to make a donation ( though we do our part whenever we visit). if you are in a nearby area, you should consider coming to this temple once. we love to keep coming here

Excellent Hindu Temple…read more 1) The temple is of South Indian architectural style. 2) I very much enjoyed their canteen which is the opposite side of the temple. I had to ask a few people to find it. The food was good and affordable, I recommend the Masala dosa, South Indian coffee, and mango milk. Must get is mango milk.

This is a Hindu Temple. Parking is available…read more The cafeteria from the temple is nearby in the same place. You can volunteer also. For donations lot of options are available. Very peaceful and divine. Clean and very well-managed temple.