Hindu temples in Germany contribute to the religious and cultural diversity of the country. Hinduism followers of Germany have established temples all over the country. Here, we are sharing with you some of the famous Hindu temples in Germany.
1. Shri Ganesh Hindu Temple Berlin
Shri Ganesh Hindu Temple of Berlin is one of the most famous Hindu temple. Hundreds of devotees visit
Shree Ganesh Temple in Berlin to offer prayers to Bhagwan Ganesh, the god of wealth and prosperity.
2. Heidelberg ISKCON Temple
ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) has established hundreds of temples dedicated to Bhagwan Krishna around the world. The
ISKCON temple in Heidelberg is known as the Bhakti-Yoga-Kendra (or Hare Krishna Temple). This temple is about 20 years old. There is a peaceful atmosphere in this temple. Several rituals and festivals are celebrated throughout the year in the temple.
3. Sri Kamadchi Ampal Temple, Hammam
The Sri Kamadchi Ampal Temple in Hamm is the largest Hindu temple in Germany. It is also the second largest Hindu temple in Europe. The temple began as a small place of worship in a basement, and has grown into the largest Hindu temple in Germany.
The temple has an idol of
Devi Kamakshi. It also has additional 200 idols of other deities. Several rituals and other religious festivals are organized every year in the temple. The Sri Kamadchi Ampal Temple in Hammam is modeled after the Kanchi Kamakshi Temple in India. The temple has breathtaking architecture that is adorned with many intricate sculptures carved by Indian artists.
4. Sri Nagapoosani Ambal Temple, Frankfurt
The Sri Nagapoosani Ambal Temple in Germany is dedicated to the Hindu Devi Shri Nagposani Ambal. She is a deity who wears a snake-like necklace around her neck. It is believed that the Devi brings wealth to the devotees and also protects the devotees from misfortune and blesses childless couples with children. Apart from this, various festivals are also organized in the temple.
5. Shree Hindu Mandir, Hamburg
The Shree Hindu Mandir, in Hamburg can best be described as an indescribable building. This temple is situated in the heart of Hamburg. The temple holds a big surprise package as soon as you step inside it. Various rituals are performed in the temple. Several festivals are also celebrated every year in the temple. Several deities are worshiped in the temple with full devotion.
6. Sri Muthumariamman Temple, Hanover
The Sri Muthu Mariamman Temple in Hannover is the largest Hindu temple in northern Germany. It is managed by the Hanover Tamil Hindu Cultural Association. This is a three storey ornate temple. The temple is dedicated to Devi Muthumariamman, a manifestation of the Hindu
Devi Parvati.
The temple also has idols of other deities like Ganesh, Murugan and Navagrahas. These are handcrafted idols that were brought from India.
7. Afghan Hindu Association, Cologne
The Afghan Hindu Mandali Mandir was established by Afghan Hindu families living in Cologne, Germany. The temple is modeled after a typical Indian Hindu temple. It is colorful, beautiful and ornate; The temple organizes a big prayer service every Sunday. This temple is not dedicated to any particular Hindu deity. However, the temple is visited by hundreds of devotees every day. Prayers to specific deities are usually done in the temple.
Here below are some of the famous Hindu temples in the German state.
Berlin
Ramayana Hari Krishna Temple, Berlin
Jagannath-Temple Berlin (ISKCON)
Mayurapathy Sri Murugan Temple, Blaschkoalee 48, 12359 Berlin
Frankfurt
Karpaga Vinayagar Temple, Frankfurt
Shri Shirdi Sai Baba Mandir Frankfurt, Germany
Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Frankfurt
Bremen
Bremen Sri Varasithivinayak Temple, Bremen
Baden-Württemberg
Humm
Sri Venkateswara Perumal Temple E.V., Humm
Sri Sithivinayagar Temple, Ferdinand Pogel Straße, Humm
Sri Sithi Vinayagar Kovil EV, Stuttgart
ISKCON Wiesbaden, Wiesbaden
Manava Bharati Mandir, Lenaustraße 01, 40470 Düsseldorf
Sri-Kurinji Kumaran-Temple, IndustrieStr., Gummersbach
ISKCON Köln E.V., Bhakti-Yoga-Zentrum Gauradesh, Köln