TEMPLE PROFILE:

The uniqueness of the temple is that it is a synthesis of two areas, the structure that houses the idols, and the courtyard from which one can view the temple and the deities within.

The shrine has a contemporary design. It is a glass structure sitting on a concrete pedestal that rises from a body of water. The statue of Siva is seated 13 feet above the ground. A Sivalinga on the top adds a crowning touch to the monument.

The courtyard extends the tranquil ambiance felt within the sanctum sanctorum. Walls on either sides create the feeling of a room open to the skies. Covered walkways furnished with benches flank the beautiful garden.


While Sri Saumyakasi Sivalaya is a Siva temple, it is home to Rama, Sita, Radha, Krsna, and Ganesa as well.


TEMPLE TIMINGS:
Monday to Friday
8:30 AM - 12:00 Noon
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Saturday and Sunday
8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM



Symbolism of Siva:

Lord Siva:
Siva means auspiciousness.

The River Ganga:

Represents the flow of knowledge from the teacher to the disciple.

The Crescent Moon:

It represents the nectar of life. It is said that the nectarine rays of the moon fall on earth and nourish the entire vegetable kingdom. But the poison is just the opposite – it brings death. Lord Siva holds both the moon and the poison, yet is ever in meditation. It signifies that our life is full of pairs of opposites - life and death, creation and destruction, joy and sorrow, success and failure. We should be able to bear these pairs of opposites with calmness of mind and not let them destroy our mental equipoise. We should be able to accept pain as well as pleasure with a composed mind.