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Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai
P.O. Box 393133, Worship Village, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The Hindu Temple Jebel Ali opened 5 October 2022 as a 70,000-square-foot multi-deity mandir serving Dubai’s growing diaspora, pairing a lotus-motif main hall with a mashrabiya-patterned façade that bridges Arabic geometry and Hindu symbolism ([1][2]). The complex, part of the “Worship Village” beside Guru Nanak Darbar and Christian churches, accommodates 1,500 devotees per hour via a hall lined with glass-clad sancta for 16 deities, a 108 brass bell gallery on the mezzanine, and a banquet hall for samskaras. The pink-lotus ceiling uses backlit petals and acoustic panels to manage sound during mass bhajans; a skylit atrium floods the prayer hall with daylight filtered through patterned aluminium screens. Daily darshan runs 6:00 AM-9:00 PM, with arti at 7:30 AM/12:00 PM/7:30 PM, appointment-only abhishekam, Sanskrit classes, premarital counselling, and blood drives coordinated with Dubai Health Authority. A QR-coded booking app manages festival surges, directing visitors through security screening, shoe lockers, digital queue displays, and free water kiosks. During major events—Navaratri, Janmashtami, Maha Shivaratri, Diwali—the temple deploys 400 volunteers, bilingual signage, crowd-splitting ropes, and live-streamed darshan for those off-site. The adjoining community wing hosts Indian consular outreach, interfaith dialogues, THRIVE youth leadership, and career counselling for blue-collar workers ([1][3]).
Year Built
2022 CE
Period
Contemporary
Architectural Style
Hybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple Architecture
Built By
Sindhi Guru Darbar Temple Society, Community donors
Material Used
Reinforced Concrete Frame, Aluminium Mashrabiya Panels, High-Performance Glass, Italian Marble Flooring, Brass Bells, LED Lighting, Timber Doors
Heritage Status
Registered Worship Centre with UAE Community Development Authority; showcased during Dubai Tolerance Week.
Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai
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Temple
Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai
The Hindu Temple Jebel Ali opened 5 October 2022 as a 70,000-square-foot multi-deity mandir serving Dubai’s growing diaspora, pairing a lotus-motif main hall with a mashrabiya-patterned façade that bridges Arabic geometry and Hindu symbolism ([1][2]). The complex, part of the “Worship Village” beside Guru Nanak Darbar and Christian churches, accommodates 1,500 devotees per hour via a hall lined with glass-clad sancta for 16 deities, a 108 brass bell gallery on the mezzanine, and a banquet hall for samskaras. The pink-lotus ceiling uses backlit petals and acoustic panels to manage sound during mass bhajans; a skylit atrium floods the prayer hall with daylight filtered through patterned aluminium screens. Daily darshan runs 6:00 AM-9:00 PM, with arti at 7:30 AM/12:00 PM/7:30 PM, appointment-only abhishekam, Sanskrit classes, premarital counselling, and blood drives coordinated with Dubai Health Authority. A QR-coded booking app manages festival surges, directing visitors through security screening, shoe lockers, digital queue displays, and free water kiosks. During major events—Navaratri, Janmashtami, Maha Shivaratri, Diwali—the temple deploys 400 volunteers, bilingual signage, crowd-splitting ropes, and live-streamed darshan for those off-site. The adjoining community wing hosts Indian consular outreach, interfaith dialogues, THRIVE youth leadership, and career counselling for blue-collar workers ([1][3]).
Location
P.O. Box 393133, Worship Village, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates(Dubai)
Year Built
2022 CE
Heritage Status
Registered Worship Centre with UAE Community Development Authority; showcased during Dubai Tolerance Week.
Visit Information
Visiting Hours
Daily 6:00 AM-9:00 PM; arti 7:30 AM/12:00 PM/7:30 PM; Shivratri and Navaratri extended hours to midnight; booking recommended Thu-Sun. Guided tours Fri 4:00 PM by appointment. ([1])
Entry Fee
General darshan free; special puja tickets AED 51; hall rental packages from AED 3,500; parking complimentary; donations accepted online/offline. ([1])
Website
https://hindutempledubai.ae/Citation References
About the Hindu Temple Dubai
Hindu Temple DubaiAccessed 2025-11-09
Dubai opens new Hindu temple in Jebel Ali Worship Village
Gulf NewsAccessed 2025-11-09
How Dubai’s Hindu temple manages crowds, rituals and community service
The NationalAccessed 2025-11-09
Heritage Status
Registered Worship Centre with UAE Community Development Authority; showcased during Dubai Tolerance Week.
Preservation Status
Excellent; 2025 CDA inspections note pristine interiors, efficient crowd systems, and well-maintained façade; routine polishing keeps marble reflective.
Historical Context
Temple traces its lineage to Dubai’s 1958 Bur Dubai mandir; as devotees grew, Dubai authorities allocated a Jebel Ali plot in 2019. Construction began 2020, overcame pandemic supply chain disruptions via modular fabrication in India and UAE. Officially inaugurated by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan and Indian Ambassador Sunjay Sudhir 4 October 2022; doors opened 5 October. The facility now handles 1.3 million visits annually, hosts UAE National Day events, and supports disaster relief fundraising for India and regional crises. ([2][3])
Architectural Details
Hybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple Architecture
Contemporary
Built by
Sindhi Guru Darbar Temple Society, Community donors
Materials
Reinforced Concrete Frame, Aluminium Mashrabiya Panels, High-Performance Glass, Italian Marble Flooring, Brass Bells, LED Lighting, Timber Doors
Dimensions
Height18m
Width45m
Length70m
Area6500m²
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Restoration Work
Minor works include 2023 façade cleaning, 2024 mezzanine sound upgrades, 2025 installation of additional security scanners and LED enhancements. No major restoration due to new construction.
Patronage
Government of Dubai Community Development Authority; private patrons
Construction Technique
The building is a reinforced concrete frame with post-tensioned slabs, backed by acoustic insulation and vibration dampers for proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road. Exterior mashrabiya panels laser-cut from aluminium provide shading. Interiors feature Italian marble floors, CNC-carved jaalis, and modular glass sanctum pods. The upper gallery’s brass bells hang from a stainless-steel support ring. The lotus ceiling employs tensile fabric, LED backlighting, and micro-perforated acoustic panels. A logistics basement houses MEP, chilled water AHUs, and digital control centre. ([1][3])
Architectural Influences
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Building Techniques
Construction used slip-formed cores, BIM coordination for sanctum pods, prefabricated aluminium panels, and modular glazing units. Mechanical systems tie into Dubai’s district cooling network. RFID access controls, CCTV analytics, and IoT air quality sensors feed a central dashboard. Volunteer training emphasises crowd psychology, emergency response, and multilingual hospitality ([1][3]).
Coordinates
25.006700, 55.068900
Accessibility Info
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Visitor Facilities
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Best Visit Times
Visit weekday mornings for quiet darshan; Friday evenings for community bhajans; Diwali lighting and Navaratri garba nights transform the hall. Cooler months (Nov-Mar) ideal for outdoor terraces; Maha Shivaratri all-night vigil draws thousands.
Seasonal Events
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Visitor Restrictions
Follow QR booking; no photography during puja; vegetarian-only premises; store shoes in locker; no incense from outside; children supervised during festivals; drones prohibited.
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Completion Score
75
Completion Status
complete
Created At
2025-11-09T07:56:15.61061+00:00
Updated At
2025-11-09T13:22:12.957+00:00
Quick Overview
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Built InContemporary
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LocationDubai
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StyleHybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple Architecture
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StatusProtected Heritage
What is Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai?
Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai is a historic Temple located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This Hybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple Architecture architectural masterpiece was built during the Contemporary period and represents significant cultural and historical heritage of United Arab Emirates. The Hindu Temple Jebel Ali opened 5 October 2022 as a 70,000-square-foot multi-deity mandir serving Dubai’s growing diaspora, pairing a lotus-motif main hall with a mashrabiya-patterned façade that br...
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P.O. Box 393133, Worship Village, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, DubaiPeriod:
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Hybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple ArchitectureKey Features of Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai
- 1Hybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple Architecture architectural style with distinctive design elements
- 2Constructed using Reinforced Concrete Frame, Aluminium Mashrabiya Panels, High-Performance Glass, Italian Marble Flooring, Brass Bells, LED Lighting, Timber Doors, showcasing traditional building techniques
- 3Built using The building is a reinforced concrete frame with post-tensioned slabs, backed by acoustic insulation and vibration dampers for proximity to Sheikh Zayed Road. Exterior mashrabiya panels laser-cut from aluminium provide shading. Interiors feature Italian marble floors, CNC-carved jaalis, and modular glass sanctum pods. The upper gallery’s brass bells hang from a stainless-steel support ring. The lotus ceiling employs tensile fabric, LED backlighting, and micro-perforated acoustic panels. A logistics basement houses MEP, chilled water AHUs, and digital control centre. ([1][3]) construction methods
- 4Registered Worship Centre with UAE Community Development Authority; showcased during Dubai Tolerance Week. providing legal protection
- 5Commissioned by Sindhi Guru Darbar Temple Society, Community donors, reflecting royal patronage
- 6Current conservation status: Excellent; façade intact, marble floors sealed, HVAC balanced; digital control centre monitors IAQ and occupancy; volunteer training ongoing. ([3])
Architectural Features
- 1Pyramidal tower (Vimana) with intricate sculptural decoration
- 2Rectangular sanctum (Garbhagriha) housing the main deity
- 3Columned halls (Mandapa) for congregation and rituals
- 4Ornate gateway (Gopuram) with carved figures
What Makes Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai Special?
- 1Exceptional example of Hybrid Hindu-Arabic Contemporary Temple Architecture architecture
- 2Royal patronage by Sindhi Guru Darbar Temple Society, Community donors, reflecting historical significance
- 3Represents modern UAE tolerance, uniting Hindu aesthetics with Arabic design. Largest multi-faith cluster in Gulf; demonstrates digital crowd management for diaspora worship.
Visitor Information
How to Visit Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai
| AEDEntry Fee | General darshan free; special puja tickets AED 51; hall rental packages from AED 3,500; parking complimentary; donations accepted online/offline. ([1]) |
| 🕐Opening Hours | Dawn to Dusk (6 AM - 6 PM) |
| 📅Best Time to Visit | October to March (Winter) |
| ⏱️Duration | 2-3 hours |
| ♿Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible |
| 📸Photography | Allowed (No flash) |
Complete Visitor Guide
How to Visit Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai: Step-by-Step Guide
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Plan Your Visit
Check opening hours and entry fees for Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai. Book tickets online if available to avoid queues. Best visited during early morning or late afternoon.
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Reach the Location
Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai is located in P.O. Box 393133, Worship Village, Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Dubai. The nearest major city is P.O. Box 393133. Accessible by road, rail, and air. Use GPS coordinates: 25.0067, 55.0689.
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Entry and Guidelines
Entry fee: General darshan free; special puja tickets AED 51; hall rental packages from AED 3,500; parking complimentary; donations accepted online/offline. ([1]). Follow dress code for religious sites. Photography is allowed. Maintain silence and respect the heritage.
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Explore the Site
Allocate 2-3 hours to fully explore Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai. Key areas to visit include the main sanctum, pillared halls, and intricate carvings. Consider hiring a local guide for detailed insights.
Historical Timeline
Key Historical Events
Contemporary
Construction of Hindu Temple Jebel Ali Dubai by Sindhi Guru Darbar Temple Society, Community donors
20th Century
Conservation and restoration efforts initiated under Registered Worship Centre with UAE Community Development Authority; showcased during Dubai Tolerance Week.
2024-2025
Digital documentation and 3D scanning completed by Inheritage Foundation