Sri Venkateswara Temple
Sri Venkateswara Temple
4.5
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
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Don N
Raleigh, NC2,645 contributions
May 2022 • Family
My daughter and I visited this impressive Hindu Temple near downtown Cary. At the time of our visit on a weekday evening, we observed we were the only non Indian people there.
One of the members of the Temple invited us in. The Temple inside is not that large but impressive. Note that photography and videography are not allowed. Also you may not enter the wearing shorts, skirts, or tank tops. You must take off your shoes also. They do have places to store your shoes near the entrance
After exiting the Temple you walk around the compound. Everything is very interesting architecturally and there are some gold elephants and another one on a tower.
The towers are very impressive but a new one is being built that is about twice as tall as the others.
The people there are very welcoming to non-Hindus. This is definitely worth a visit if you are in Cary
One of the members of the Temple invited us in. The Temple inside is not that large but impressive. Note that photography and videography are not allowed. Also you may not enter the wearing shorts, skirts, or tank tops. You must take off your shoes also. They do have places to store your shoes near the entrance
After exiting the Temple you walk around the compound. Everything is very interesting architecturally and there are some gold elephants and another one on a tower.
The towers are very impressive but a new one is being built that is about twice as tall as the others.
The people there are very welcoming to non-Hindus. This is definitely worth a visit if you are in Cary
Written May 13, 2022
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Autumn S
Fuquay-Varina, NC11 contributions
Sep 2024 • Friends
Temple guide pleased to answer questions about the temple details and the Hindu faith. Educational for exploring beliefs and culture of the oldest religion in history. Art, music, food, dance appeal to all the senses. Read temple etiquette before going.
Written September 14, 2024
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Stefania M
Metro Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN61 contributions
Oct 2021 • Friends
Beautiful temple open to the public. Remember you have to take off your shoes to walk around as well as dress modestly. No shorts or tank tops around. Just something to be aware of if you visit on a hot day. This temple is filled with rich history and gorgeous architecture
Written October 8, 2021
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Susan D
Saint Helena Island, SC1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Couples
Website did not explain no shorts allowed. ( No tank tops, no short skirts). Shoes off. I had to get the office person's attention, she said outside only and she would give us wraps to wear. Unlike others experience we walked around for 5 minutes and no one approached us to do any explanation. Beautiful place and excited to pay our respects but very disappointed in the long run.
Written June 15, 2022
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KASI VENKOBA RAO
Hyderabad, India1,622 contributions
Jul 2014 • Couples
Sri Venkateswara Temple of North Carolina, situated at Balaji Place on Chapel Hill Road, Cary is a Hindu Religious Temple. The main deity is Lord Venkateswara also known as Lord Balaji. On either side of the Lord is Goddess Padmavathi and Godadevi.
The Temple has a huge premises and is being maintained very neat and clean. Outside the temple,there is 'Dwaja Stambha" as is the case of any Hindu Temple. On one side of the corner is 'Sudershana and 'Vishwaksena' is placed just opposite to this.
A few yards away, there is Sivalam where the deities of Lord Ganesha, Lord Siva, Lord Subrahmanya and Lord Ayyappa are installed. There is also Navagrahas within this temple.
The temple is open from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm and from 5.00 pm to 9.00 pm from Mondays to Friday. However the temple is open from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm without break.
Abhisekham for Lord Venkateswara is performed every Saturday and Kalyanam is performed every third Sunday of the month.
The temple is very close and walk able distance from where i stay at Cary. I visit the temple daily during my stay at Cary. The temple is very peaceful and large number of devotees visit on Saturday.
The annual Brahmotsavam is celebrated during Vaisakha-Jyestha months falling during the months of May/June every year. The temple has garden all round and gives a grand look.
One need to visit this temple when they come to Cary or Raleigh in North Carolina.
The Temple has a huge premises and is being maintained very neat and clean. Outside the temple,there is 'Dwaja Stambha" as is the case of any Hindu Temple. On one side of the corner is 'Sudershana and 'Vishwaksena' is placed just opposite to this.
A few yards away, there is Sivalam where the deities of Lord Ganesha, Lord Siva, Lord Subrahmanya and Lord Ayyappa are installed. There is also Navagrahas within this temple.
The temple is open from 9.00 am to 12.30 pm and from 5.00 pm to 9.00 pm from Mondays to Friday. However the temple is open from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm without break.
Abhisekham for Lord Venkateswara is performed every Saturday and Kalyanam is performed every third Sunday of the month.
The temple is very close and walk able distance from where i stay at Cary. I visit the temple daily during my stay at Cary. The temple is very peaceful and large number of devotees visit on Saturday.
The annual Brahmotsavam is celebrated during Vaisakha-Jyestha months falling during the months of May/June every year. The temple has garden all round and gives a grand look.
One need to visit this temple when they come to Cary or Raleigh in North Carolina.
Written July 20, 2014
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Mohan
Anytown, USA285 contributions
May 2015 • Family
S.V temple is housed in a large complex with a traditionally architected temple. The main deity is Lord Venkateswara also known as Lord Balaji. In addition, the complex has a Siva temple and others too.
Additional note: Saturdays are generally busy. A food vendor sells inexpensive south-Indian meals/rice dishes during the weekend.
Additional note: Saturdays are generally busy. A food vendor sells inexpensive south-Indian meals/rice dishes during the weekend.
Written May 20, 2015
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brooksglo
Cary, NC55 contributions
Jul 2018
When you see the outside of this temple you will be expecting a lot on the inside, but you may be disappointed. The exterior is constructed of concrete with very intricate carvings of Hindu figures; quite magnificent. The interior of the smaller building doesn't look much different than what we would call a fellowship hall in a Christian church. The main difference is the niches with statues embossed in gold. The interior of the larger temple is also not very ornate on the inside and has more golden statues in niches. What I found most enjoyable was the hospitality of the priests and members of the church who were present when we visited. They were happy to explain their religion and generous in offering food which was presented as an offering. We visited during the normal visiting hours without any prior reservation. It's definitely worth a trip if you keep an open mind. You may want to read about Hinduism before you go.
Written July 18, 2018
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KASI VENKOBA RAO
Hyderabad, India1,622 contributions
Jul 2017 • Solo
Sri Venkateswara Temple, located at Balaji Place, Cary, North Carolina, is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara also called as Balaji. Either side of the Lord is goddess Padmavathi and Godadevi to the right and left side respectively.
A Gigantic a 9-foot, 2-ton statue of Sri Venkateswara is installed in the sanctrum. The Lord Venkateswara is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the Supreme Lord. The temple is open from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 9.00pm from Monday thru Friday and it is open from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Abhisekhams to Goddess Padmavathi and Godadevi is done on Fridays and to that of Lord Sri Venkateswara on Saturdays, Large devotees/visitors assemble on Saturdays to witness/participate in this divine and sacred performance. After this ceremony, the statue will be dressed in vibrant textiles with ornaments made of silver, gold and copper, flowers and garlands. The God looks very gracious.
The temple premises is quite big. In the same premises, there are other deities like Lord Hanuman, Lord Narasimha. Sudershana and Vishwaksena.
A little distance away, there is Lord Siva. Lord Ganesha, Lord Subrahmanya and Lord Ayyappa. Ample car parking space is available. Its a boon for the people of three cities, Cary, Raleigh and Morrisville to have this temple which is a divine place of Worship.
A Gigantic a 9-foot, 2-ton statue of Sri Venkateswara is installed in the sanctrum. The Lord Venkateswara is an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, the Supreme Lord. The temple is open from 9.00 am to 1.00 pm and from 5.00 pm to 9.00pm from Monday thru Friday and it is open from 9.00 am to 9.00 pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Abhisekhams to Goddess Padmavathi and Godadevi is done on Fridays and to that of Lord Sri Venkateswara on Saturdays, Large devotees/visitors assemble on Saturdays to witness/participate in this divine and sacred performance. After this ceremony, the statue will be dressed in vibrant textiles with ornaments made of silver, gold and copper, flowers and garlands. The God looks very gracious.
The temple premises is quite big. In the same premises, there are other deities like Lord Hanuman, Lord Narasimha. Sudershana and Vishwaksena.
A little distance away, there is Lord Siva. Lord Ganesha, Lord Subrahmanya and Lord Ayyappa. Ample car parking space is available. Its a boon for the people of three cities, Cary, Raleigh and Morrisville to have this temple which is a divine place of Worship.
Written July 20, 2017
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bala2803
Mississauga, Canada489 contributions
Jul 2016 • Family
Very nice temple in RTP area. When we visited, some of the deities were newly installed and the whole place looked freshly painted. Was expecting a cafeteria to taste the traditional dishes but it was not available. During the weekend, a food truck stays for a short period with limited supply of food
Written December 15, 2016
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Marjorie Anne F
19 contributions
Dec 2016 • Solo
I am not a Hindu, but came for one of my classes and fell in love with this place and its devotees. I would love to come again!
Written December 1, 2016
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What are the separate rooms in the larger building meant for and what was the Sivastuti chanting? Also the food offerings were great but did it have a name?
Written November 26, 2018
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