One of Europe’s largest Shiva temples to open in Estonia’s Lilleoru

The week-long consecration process commenced on June.4 and will culminate on June.13, with the main event scheduled for June.10.

The Shiva Temple in Estonia. / Courtesy Photo

The opening and consecration of one of Europe's largest Shiva temples in Lilleoru, Estonia, is scheduled for June.10. This event represents a significant milestone in the spiritual landscape of Europe.

The Shiva temple complex, which spans an impressive 5,500 square meters, is situated in the picturesque region of Lilleoru, near the Estonian capital, Tallinn.

The Shiva temple complex spans an impressive 5,500 square meters. / Courtesy Photos

Ingvar Villido Acharya Ishwarananda, founder of the Shiva Temple and teacher of kriya yoga, as well as the founder of the Kriya Yoga Center in Lilleoru, has played a pivotal role in bringing this project to fruition.

"The Shiva temple symbolizes our dedication to the eternal teachings of Sanatana Dharma, following the footsteps of the great Rishis and Siddhas. We have been honored to build the temple according to the Aagama Silpa Saasthra Rules," he said.

The temple, constructed with meticulous attention to detail according to the ancient Indian architectural principles of Aagama Silpa Saasthra, was designed by Shilpa Ratna Sthabadhi Dhanabal Mayilvel and Manivel Mayilvel from the Shri Thenkani Traditional Architecture Hindu Temple Construction and Sculpture Group in Tamil Nadu, India.

This event represents a significant milestone in the spiritual landscape of Europe. / Courtesy Photos

The consecration ceremony, known as Maha Kumbhabhishekam, will be presided over by Shrila Shri S Boopathi Shivacharya Swamigal, Aadhi Pada Vedu Sonasalam Simmasanam 32nd Aadhinam Gayathri Guru Beedam head priest; along with priest Venkatesh Jayaram from Tamil Nadu. This sacred ritual symbolizes the sanctification and infusion of divine energy into the temple premises, imbuing it with spiritual significance for devotees.

The week-long consecration process commenced on June.4 and will culminate on June.13, with the main event scheduled for June.10. These ceremonies encompass traditional rituals, prayers, and cultural festivities, anticipated to attract numerous guests from both India and Europe.