We often tend to miss our homeland more during the festive seasons. The religious traditions and customs we see as Indians in our country remain unmatched. Diwali is approaching and there are a lot of spots celebrating this festival of light and love. But Diwali for Indians is more than parties and bursting crackers. Here’s a list of temples you can visit in the Middle East to relieve your childhood festive memories.
5 Temples To Visit This Diwali In The Middle East
1. Shrinathji Temple
Established in the year 1817 in Manama, Shrinathji temple is one of the few temples built in Bahrain. This temple celebrates the festivities of Diwali and other Indian festivals. In 2019, Narendra Modi, PM of India paid a visit and launched a $4.2 million renovation for the temple.
Where: Bahrain
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2. Shri Shiva Temple
Three temples stand on the grounds of this Shiva temple. The temple is situated in Oman’s Old Muscat. Although it was initially built 109 years ago, it underwent a significant renovation in 1999. This temple observes many Hindu festival celebrations.
Where: Muscat
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3. Hindu Temple
In Jebel Ali, this shrine is now only accessible to locals with a reservation. On the website of the Hindu Temple in Dubai, one may reserve a time window for free admission. It will be one of the most stunning Hindu temples in the Middle East. All religious-non-religious members can visit to celebrate the festival of Diwali.
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Where: Dubai
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4. BAPS Hindu Mandir
We were pleased to welcome @aj_alshaali, the designated UAE Ambassador to India, who shared the UAE leadership’s vision for harmony, peace and tolerance between India and the UAE and the role that @BAPS #Hindu #Mandir plays in that relationship. pic.twitter.com/At5GAFA1dU
— BAPS Hindu Mandir (@AbuDhabiMandir) October 3, 2022
BAPS Hindu Mandir is a temple that can last for thousands of years in UAE. It was the first Hindu temple ever erected in Abu Dhabi. This temple houses different deities. Hindu festivals and international events are annually observed with equal fervour. Before making trip plans to this temple complex in 2022, ensure that you check the timings and events because it is still under development.
Where: Abu Dhabi
5. Iskcon
The service class devotees of the Iskcon Balramdesh temple in Bahrain keep it very organised. There is just one Iskcon temple in the entire world that is staffed entirely by devotees. Daily temple programming runs from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm.
Where: Bahrain
So if you are missing out on Diwali festivities, then these temples will definitely help you feel at home.
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