Spring/Summer :

Temple Hours :

9 am - 9 pm
Daily Aarti: 10 am and 8 pm

Winter :

9 am - 8 pm
Daily Aarti: 10 am and 7 pm

About us :

There is no other temple complex in the world like Hindu-Jain Temple of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In response to social & religious needs of a growing population of followers of Hinduism & other Indic religions, a 7-acre parcel of land was purchased in April 1973. Original idea was to build a center of worship, which can be shared and supported by all. Goal was (& remains) to provide for Religious, Social, Cultural & Humanitarian needs of the community. Aim also was (& is) to provide religious, cultural, social education to future generations to continue our rich & timeless traditions. The original site had a converted church building, which was used for functions during the initial years.
In 1980, some families pledged an initial sum of money for the construction of a new Temple. It took a legal battle to finally get necessary permits and zoning. Indian philanthropist Sri G.D.Birla was contacted and he agreed to provide murtis as well as architectural help. After much deliberations, the architectural style (NAGRADI- popular in North, Central & Eastern India) as well as principal deities to be installed were agreed upon. Groundbreaking ceremony took place on the Dussera Day in 1981. Swami Sadanand Saraswatiji and Sant Narayan muniji (now known as Swami Chidanand Saraswatiji) from Parmarth Niketan, Rishikesh, India honored our request and laid the foundation stone. This indeed was an act of divine providence because this began a very close relationship between the Parmarth Niketan and the Hindu Temple Society of North America, Pittsburgh. Because of this relationship Sant Narayan Muniji arrived in Pittsburgh. Under his divine presence and guidance, the temple became alive and vibrant. Swamiji’s role in establishing this temple is invaluable.