Sanatan Temple, Wembley
Sanatan Temple
Sanatan Temple
4.5
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Monday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Tuesday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Saturday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
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How to get there
- Wembley Central • 5 min walk
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Detailed Reviews: Reviews order informed by descriptiveness of user-identified themes such as cleanliness, atmosphere, general tips and location information.
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4.5
134 reviews
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Very good
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Rajesh Parmar
High Wycombe, UK1,161 contributions
Sep 2021
If you are coming from underground station get off at Alperton Station turn left.
Just a short walk. It's Free to visit you must take off your shoes and put in the rack.
There lots of see in this Temple. Wonderful architecture. I be back soon.
Just a short walk. It's Free to visit you must take off your shoes and put in the rack.
There lots of see in this Temple. Wonderful architecture. I be back soon.
Written September 17, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
reviewsforyou700
London, UK30 contributions
Aug 2021
Devine temple. Superb architecture. A must visit. Lovely Asian grocery shops and food shops outside. Reasonable parking fees to park inside the temple premise.
Written August 31, 2021
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Titi
Greater London, UK174 contributions
Nov 2018 • Solo
Walked by twice before I went in as if I had been called to go in. Unbelievable feeling!
I love this Shri, amazing architecture, extremely peaceful .
The interior is mind blowing , detailed domes, beautiful deities.
Go with an open- mind ,open your eyes & do take your time to honour all the Gods & Goddesses.
Yes , it is an excellent idea that pictures are not allowed!
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I love this Shri, amazing architecture, extremely peaceful .
The interior is mind blowing , detailed domes, beautiful deities.
Go with an open- mind ,open your eyes & do take your time to honour all the Gods & Goddesses.
Yes , it is an excellent idea that pictures are not allowed!
🙏
Written November 16, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
AG2012
London, UK92 contributions
Nov 2012 • Solo
It took its time to be made and the surrounding area is still an eyesore hence the 4 rating.
However it truly is a great piece of art. Wonderfully hand-sculptured. Great shrines inside. A tranquil and peaceful place except on festival days when its more comparable to a market lol.
Good access. Conveniently located near multiple bus routes and underground line. Worth a visit.
However it truly is a great piece of art. Wonderfully hand-sculptured. Great shrines inside. A tranquil and peaceful place except on festival days when its more comparable to a market lol.
Good access. Conveniently located near multiple bus routes and underground line. Worth a visit.
Written November 9, 2012
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DPEuro
UK54 contributions
Aug 2012 • Family
I have been visiting this temple for long time. Before it was a temple but now it is like a museaum or an exibition. No way to do some Puja or any Darshan. Deities are in glasses and you can't get closer. The cashier was prompt and ready for all time to collect donations even by credit cards. But no priest at all. On demand and after wait of 20 minutes 2 Young Pandits arrived from whom the first was off duty and second whose name was Bhavik Pandya. He was even not sure if he has studied Sahitya or Vyakaran. There were no shops next to temple to buy flowers and prasad. My 4 year old son was keen to take photo of Hanuman, but it was not allowed upon request.
It looked like show buzz and business. Hardly any devotional feeling. Bad impression.
The temple, architectures and statues are lovely. I wish they could have spent so much money to keep all time priests, daily Yagya and devotional programms. That could have been good use of too much money collected by the devotees.
It looked like show buzz and business. Hardly any devotional feeling. Bad impression.
The temple, architectures and statues are lovely. I wish they could have spent so much money to keep all time priests, daily Yagya and devotional programms. That could have been good use of too much money collected by the devotees.
Written August 28, 2012
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
I Travel
Skelmersdale, UK2,813 contributions
Nov 2019
speaking purely as an atheist i found this temple purely by chance but had to make the most of it and stop to take a look, £2 parking inside or take your chance outside on the mail road, either way it deserves more than just a passing glance, the intricate detail is incredible and the the different deities that are found inside are well represented, stop, look and take it in
Written October 26, 2020
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Mary C
Wembley, UK12 contributions
May 2018 • Friends
Fabulous Indian inspired architecture.
They began building this Mandir twenty years ago and only finished it recently. Carvers from India worked on exquisite sandstone carvings for the outside building and a combination of sandstone and marble carvings were worked on for the inside.
Visitors have to go through security and then once inside you can walk through a one way path from where you will see the Gods and Goddesses set up on many individual shrines.
One extra wow factor is a round table with a mirror on it placed underneath a circular carved arch/dome. The mirror makes the carving look like an infinity - it’s superb.
Well worth a visit although the council need to catch up and keep the neighbouring area clean and free from rubbish!
A few minutes walk from Alperton Underground.
They began building this Mandir twenty years ago and only finished it recently. Carvers from India worked on exquisite sandstone carvings for the outside building and a combination of sandstone and marble carvings were worked on for the inside.
Visitors have to go through security and then once inside you can walk through a one way path from where you will see the Gods and Goddesses set up on many individual shrines.
One extra wow factor is a round table with a mirror on it placed underneath a circular carved arch/dome. The mirror makes the carving look like an infinity - it’s superb.
Well worth a visit although the council need to catch up and keep the neighbouring area clean and free from rubbish!
A few minutes walk from Alperton Underground.
Written June 18, 2018
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Pravin M
23 contributions
Mar 2018 • Family
The stonework is exquisite,the temple has it's own free parking, which could be an issue around the Wembley area. Make a point to visit when in the area you will not be dissapointed.
Written March 3, 2018
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Karel K
Tallinn, Estonia33 contributions
Jun 2016 • Friends
Wonderful place. Didn't know what to expect when we first stepped off the tube in Alperton, but Sanatan temple (Shri Vallabh Nidhi Mandir to be exact) really knocked me off my feet. Such a peaceful getaway in a metropolitan city. Really detailed carvings, beautiful interior, clean and very calming atmosphere.
Written June 19, 2016
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The Travelling Piggy
London, UK3,956 contributions
Nov 2015 • Solo
I knew this plot when it used to be a community centre and it took an absolute age for the temple to be built. The architecture is absolutely stunning. All the carvings have been imported from India and it's truly stunning from the inside and out. I'm not religious by no means but can appreciate the serenity the temple brings. When inside you forget that the busy streets are outside. It's definitely a rose amongst thorns!
Written November 5, 2015
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Okittyk
London38 contributions
Hi All,
I am not Hindu but I would like to visit the temple as a respectful tourist as the temple looks beautiful.
Do they allow this? Or is it strictly for Hindus?
Many thanks,
Kate
Athiswari V
Oxford, UK73 contributions
Hi that is not a problem. As long as customs are respected by dressing in a salwar kameez - no mini skirts etc and shoes must be removed when entering the temple. There is a shop selling books and tapes and various other things. Also if one refrains from eating meat and consuming alcohol before visiting Hindu temples it would be much appreciated.
jilltimmins
27 contributions
How far is it from Wembley arena . Is it in walking distance
Mary C
Wembley, UK12 contributions
Wembley arena is a bus ride up to Wembley Central Station and Alperton Station. Might have to change buses as not all buses go to Alperton. Temple is a two minute walk from Alperton Station.
If you walked from Wembley Arena I would allow half an hour. Seven minutes walk from Wembley Central.
BlueSkyHolidayss
London, UK14 contributions
where to park
SUNNY I
32 contributions
There is plenty of parking on the site, and max £2 charge.
chamasnassif
Wembley, UK
Hello how can I get TV permission inside the temple to do a short video ?????
Please answer me as soon as possible
Thank you
M. M.
London, UK221 contributions
Hello......In order to get a video shooting, you will need to take the permission of the trustees as per my knowledge, as clicking pictures and videos are strictly prohibited.
Go to their website or call the temple for more information on taking videos please.
Good luck.
Is there parking?
M. M.
London, UK221 contributions
Yes the temple has its own car park. currently the parking rates are £2 per hour.
Daniel W
1 contribution
When do you have prayers/service/bhanjans tomorrow sunday 7th august?
Fourcampre
Greater London, UK88 contributions
Visited the site rather than attended as a worshiper sorry
How much is to get in?
Starplus123
United Kingdom37 contributions
At cost nothing to get in the mandir
Frequently Asked Questions about Sanatan Temple
- Sanatan Temple is open:
- Sun - Sat 7:45 AM - 8:00 PM
- Hotels near Sanatan Temple:
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- (0.24 mi) Thurlow Gardens Guest House
- (0.39 mi) Best Western Plus London Wembley Hotel
- (0.28 mi) Lancelot
- (0.65 mi) St George's Hotel - Wembley
- Restaurants near Sanatan Temple:
- (0.03 mi) Jashan Vegetarian Restaurant
- (0.08 mi) Suraj Sweet Mart
- (0.10 mi) Kebabish
- (0.19 mi) Masti
- (0.13 mi) Palm Beach Restaurant