BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Chino Hills in Chino Hills

This place is an architectural marvel. Ive seen nothing like this temple in the bay area. Huge area and temple is located in the center. Everyone needs to enter through a visitor center - where there is a small store which sells idols and attached is another store which sells snacks and grocery.The main temple is beautifully organized with ram, Krishna and Shiva idols and statues of all the successors of swaminarayan. Felt very peaceful. Would definitely recommend visiting this place irrespective of religion and beliefs.Some other random info:There is ample space for parking.No photography allowed inside.

I had an incredible experience visiting the BAPS temple in Chino Hills. The serene atmosphere is truly captivating, offering a peaceful retreat away from the bustling city. The visitor center boasts an impressive collection of idols, and the temple itself, both inside and out, is simply breathtaking. A must-visit for anyone seeking tranquility and beauty.

This is a beautiful Indian Hindu temple!! A must visit place for anyone - I have seen many times non-Indian families visiting the place and admiring its beauty. Pay close attention to temple hours if you wish to visit the prayer house/temple as well as it is closed in the afternoon before it reopens in the evening.They have on site vegetarian cafe that sells hot Indian meals as well as dry snacks - all at a very reasonable price.Tip: entry is free however on the weekends/holidays parking can be a bit difficult.

First time coming here, my girl took me here 😊For those who have never been here, it is an amazing experience to come see and experience. Please be respectful of their culture. Once you are inside the temple, on the second floor please do not take any pictures or be too loud. Respect the peace and environment.What to expect here:Wonderful sceneryA lot of parking spacesPlenty of amazing places to take pictures if your with your love oneBefore you go to the second you will have to take your shoes off and take the elevator to the second floor.You will have to cover your kneesYou will have to cover your top- bring a hoodie to and long pants if your a man.Enjoy the view and read the history behind the scenery.Friendly staff to guide youOnce you are done enjoying the second floor, come down to the first floor and enjoy more history and pictures on how the temple was made. The entry is free so is the parking 😊Once we were done with the tour we continue to take more pictures outside and grabbed some vegetarian food.

Beautiful place of worship and gathering for all and excellent spot for photos. I liked walking the peaceful grounds with my kids and enjoying the intricate carvings.

The BAPS Swaminarayan Temple in California is highly esteemed by the Swaminarayan Hindu community and is renowned for its grandeur. It serves as a center for spirituality and culture, providing a peaceful environment for worship, meditation, and community gatherings. The temple showcases remarkable architecture, including intricate marble and woodwork, vibrant frescoes, and exceptional craftsmanship. Inside, you’ll discover areas dedicated to deities, prayer halls, assembly halls, and educational facilities. When we visited on a weekend, there was no waiting time, and admission was free. We spent about an hour exploring the entire temple and learning about its architectural history in the exhibition downstairs, which provides a comprehensive overview of the temple’s construction and other relevant information. There’s food court inside where you can get food, sweets & other stuff on the way to exit. Overall, it is unquestionably one of the top attractions in California, and I look forward to returning in the future to witness the fountain show, which is currently closed.

A piece of India in Chino Hills. This is an awesome place to admire outstanding architecture, delicious Indian food and visiting the beautiful Mandir.The temple is free to visit but please be respectful and dress accordingly. Inside the Mandir, videos and photos are not allowed, but outside youre free to do it.Last week, we were lucky to visit it and know about the Diwali Celebration.Usually, the temple is magnificent by itself but with all the lights for the festivities, it was breathtaking.

Fascinating and beautiful—without a trip around the planet. Go respectfully and enjoy the architecture and grounds. They should charge an entry fee. It’s free — what a gift.

Its a beautiful and elegant temple near LA. It is spread in a very huge space and serves as a very good stopover point while travelling from SFO Bay area to San Diego as it runs a great kitchen with several variety of authentic Indian meals, beverages and snacks.Darshan timings are very limited (its closed 12-4 pm) so we havent been able to get darshan inspite of visiting twice. One can still access cafeteria and outside premises. It has sit out area and clean restroom.Parking is free within the complex. The temple also allows private events for small ceremonies and gatherings. Must visit.

Beautiful Temple… no shoes on the stairs leading to the temple and no shoes inside the temple. You will see benches on the side with cubbies for shoes (surprisingly at 100 degrees the floors don’t feel hot). Your not allowed to take pictures inside, pls be respectful. Also make sure your shoulders are not exposed and your attire is all the way to your knees. If you forget they will kindly ask you to cover yourself with a complementary loaned shawl. They have a souvenir shop and a cafeteria.