Etiquette
Traditions of the temple
Simple practices that help every devotee experience darshan with reverence and calm.
Stage
Before entering
Prepare in silence
Take a quiet moment before entering to compose your mind and heart for darshan.
Remove footwear
Leave footwear in the designated area before entering the temple.
Stage
Inside the temple
Silence mobile phones
Set phones to silent and refrain from calls and messaging inside the temple hall.
Photography
Do not photograph inside the sanctum without permission. Respect ongoing rituals.
Stage
During worship
Darshan lines
Follow the darshan flow calmly, allow space for elderly devotees, and follow instructions from volunteers.
Respect for rituals
Please do not interrupt priests during pujas. Questions are welcome after the ritual concludes.
Stage
After worship
Receive prasadam mindfully
Receive prasadam with the right hand and consume or store it respectfully.
Keep the temple clean
Dispose of any leaves, wrappers, or cups only in the bins provided.
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