#854 Globally
🕉️ Dharm Shala Hindu Temple Georgetown
Guyana
About This Sacred Site
The Dharm Shala Hindu Temple in Georgetown is one of the most significant Hindu places of worship in the Caribbean, reflecting the large Indo-Guyanese community descended from indentured laborers who arrived in the 19th century. The temple serves as a center for Hindu worship, cultural preservation, and community gatherings. Hinduism is practiced by approximately 25% of Guyana's population, the highest proportion in the Western Hemisphere.
Key Facts
- •Guyana has the highest percentage of Hindus in the Western Hemisphere at approximately 25%
- •Indo-Guyanese trace their heritage to indentured laborers who arrived after 1838
- •The temple hosts major celebrations for Diwali, Holi, and other Hindu festivals
- •Serves as both a religious center and a community cultural hub
- •Hindu temples in Guyana blend traditional Indian architecture with Caribbean elements
Location
Coordinates: 6.8120, -58.1570
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