The Hindu Temple of Florida is a Hindu temple and cultural center in Tampa, Florida.
| Hindu Temple of Tampa, Florida | |
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Hindu Temple of Tampa, Florida | |
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| Religion | |
| Affiliation | Hinduism |
| Festivals | Shivaratri, Vaikunda Ekadasi, Ganesha Chaturthi, Navaratri, Janmashtami, Deepavali |
| Location | |
| Location | 5509 Lynn Rd, Tampa, Florida 33624 |
| State | Florida |
| Country | United States |
  Location in Tampa, FL | |
| Geographic coordinates | 28°02′39″N 82°32′10″W / 28.04427°N 82.53622°W |
| Architecture | |
| Type | Modern, Hindu architectural style |
| Date established | 1996 |
| Temple(s) | 1 |
| Website | |
| http://www.htfl.org/ | |
History
editIn 1983, a group of Hindus 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 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 a 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
editThe 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
editOther Indian temples in Tampa, FL include:[5]
References
edit- ^ a b c d "History of Hindu Temple of Florida". Hindu Temple of Florida.
- ^ a b "Hindu Temple of Florida". Atlas Obscura.
- ^ Whitman, Sarah. "Hindu Temple of Florida welcomes all peace seekers in Tampa". Tampa Bay Times.
- ^ Scott, Larissa (25 June 2021). "Hindu Temple of Florida celebrates 25 years in Carrollwood". ABC Action News.
- ^ a b Saundra, Amrhein (15 February 2017). "A Look at Indian & Hindu Temples in Tampa Bay". Visit Florida.
- ^ a b Kay, Sheryl (24 October 2005). "A glorious gateway". Tampa Bay Times.