Shri Shiv Mandir, Muscat — Attraction in Muscat

I am a regular visitor to this temple. It is calm, clean, serene, beautiful and God's gift to Hindus in Muscat. I heard from the Manager that it was built by businessmen from Gujarat about 350 years ago and no wonder why Indian rupee was accepted currency of trade those days. It has quite a few ancient trees which is all well maintained. There are toilet facilities separately both for men and women and its cleanliness is comparable to the best hotel in the country.

There are 2 Lingams in separate sanctum sanctorum and I believe the first one is the most ancient one and both are in Varanasi style viz., situated below the ground level and water dripping from the sacred kudam above. All the 3 sanctum sanctorams including Lord Hanuman are manned by 3 priests out of which one is from Udupi and 2 from North India. There are 2 make shift shops outside where they sell milk, water, oil, coconut etc.,

Deity of Hanuman is busy with vadamalas and oil offerings on Sundays. On weekends especially in the evenings always prasadam brought by devotees shall be available on the long stainless tables there apart from holy thirtam/coconut shreds, etc.,offered by the temple administration. As per the policy of local government and to maintain cleanliness no coconut shall be allowed to be broken inside the sanctum sanctorum.

After worship in the evening one can enjoy ultimate peace by watching the small artificial water fall in front of the Tulsi plant with colorful lights radiating through it with floating stones in it.

The temple is bit difficult for the first time visitors but one shall enjoy the ride as they ride through beautiful beach with many ships docked & well lit there in the evenings and walkers in the pathways, mountains, beautiful shops selling antiques/persian carpets in a bit crowded Souk area and majestic...

Shri Shiv Mandir in Muscat is a beautiful and spiritual place. As soon as I entered the temple premises, I could feel a sense of peace and tranquility wash over me. The architecture of the temple is stunning, with intricate carvings and colorful decorations. The atmosphere inside the temple was filled with positive energy, and I could see devotees from all walks of life coming together to offer their prayers.

The temple is well-maintained and clean, which adds to the overall serenity of the place. The priests were welcoming and guided us through the rituals and puja with patience and grace. The chanting of mantras and the ringing of bells created a soothing ambience, making it a perfect place for meditation and reflection.

One of the highlights of my visit was the prasadam, which was offered to all visitors. The delicious food, prepared with devotion and love, was a treat for the senses. It was heartwarming to see volunteers serving food to everyone, regardless of their religion or background.

I was also impressed by the various community services organized by the temple, such as free medical camps, education programs, and charity drives. It truly reflects the values of inclusivity and service towards society.

Overall, my experience at Shri Shiv Mandir was unforgettable. It's a must-visit for anyone seeking spiritual solace and a deeper connection with oneself. I highly recommend this temple to everyone in Muscat and beyond. It's a gem in the heart of the city, and I cannot wait to...

A very divine temple of Hindu culture preserved and located in the heart of the country with all its religious ties with all other religions. The temple have lord Shiv, also known as Mahadev, being the main deity and there are other deities like Devi and Hanuman near to the main deity. At the temple front, below a tree, there arranged a place to sit peacefully and to meditate or to do Yoga practice on a normal working day. Near to the temple, inside the complex itself, lies a good hall to perform bhajans as part of worship programs. The temple is well maintained by the concerned authorities by clean and Hygiene. Inside the temple is a very peaceful environment, which is different from the heavy traffic road and other places of the...