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France’s First Major Hindu Temple Near Paris Set for 2026
France is preparing to open its first major traditional Hindu temple.
The temple is called the BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir.
It is in Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris.
The opening is planned for September 2026.
A 13-day Festival of Culture will run from September 2 to 14.
Mahant Swami Maharaj is expected to bless the event.
The temple was made with stones from India and assembled in France.
People will use it for worship, cultural events, and spiritual activities.
One person described a 15-day program, but BAPS and the other reports describe the main festival as lasting 13 days.
The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris, is scheduled to open in September 2026.
A 13-day Festival of Culture is planned from September 2 to 14 to mark the inauguration.
Mahant Swami Maharaj is expected to bless the opening and related celebrations.
The temple was crafted using stones from India and assembled or built in France.
Swamis and devotees have performed Kalash and Dhaja Dand Pujans, alongside prayers for peace and harmony.
- Who
- BAPS, Mahant Swami Maharaj, swamis, devotees, visitors, and members of the Indian diaspora in France.
- What
- The BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir is scheduled to be inaugurated as France’s first major traditional Hindu temple.
- Where
- Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris, France.
- When
- The inauguration is scheduled for September 2026, with the Festival of Culture planned for September 2–14.
- Why
- The temple will provide a place of worship and a space for cultural and spiritual activities while showcasing Indian traditions and values.
Key facts
- Temple
- BAPS Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir
- Location
- Bussy-Saint-Georges, near Paris, France
- Scheduled opening
- September 2026
- Festival
- Festival of Culture
- Festival dates
- September 2–14
- Festival duration
- 13 days, although one quoted participant referred to a 15-day program
- Construction
- Crafted using stones sourced from India and assembled or built in France
- Spiritual leader
- Mahant Swami Maharaj
Quotes
A BAPS-associated member of the Indian diaspora
Member of the Indian diaspora associated with BAPS
“We are feeling very proud after welcoming Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Another major occasion for us is the opening of France’s first traditional Hindu temple in September. We welcome everyone to visit. The speciality of this temple is that it has been crafted in India and assembled in France.”
thestatesman.com
“The temple has been made in India and built in France. We invite people from France, India, and the Hindu community worldwide to visit. A 15-day programme will be organised here in September, and everyone is welcome to attend.”
thestatesman.com
Sources
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