The Delightful details of Sydney Murugan Temple Wedding

Weddings prevail to be pious occasions in Sydney, and Hindu places of worship have served as wedding venues across different cultures and regions.

The piety associated with Hindu places of worship is seen by many a couple as the sine qua non for the beginning of a long, lasting marriage. So whether you’ve made up your mind to keep it simple and are after a temple wedding, then Sydney Murugan Temple is an enchanting temple in Sydney to actualise your dreams.

The intricate design of the idols, the invigorating fragrance of sandalwood, and the serene incantation of the priests make the Sydney Murugan Temple the best place to tie the knot for couples who favour a temple wedding in Sydney. 

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Weddings presided by the in-house Hindu priests in this serene house of worship are regarded as very pious as the temple is packed with the magical aura of Lord Muruga. The temple houses a cultural hall (and you can also erupt a Marquee for a wedding outside of the temple, ideal for Hindu weddings with up to 600 guests) to organise the wedding and the ceremony happens inside the mandap, starting with tying the knot. And then Floral garlands are exchanged between the couples. Then comes the moment when the groom applies kumkum on the bride’s head which denotes the long life of the groom. Then the newly wedded couples seek the blessings of Lord Muruga.

The positive spiritual vibration that can be felt in the land of Lord Muruga bestows an extra sanctity on the bond of affection, trustworthiness, and honesty between the bride and groom. The couple then head towards the Sydney Murugan temple with their closest near and dear ones who are donning traditional attire and ornaments.

Weddings at the Cultural Hall, Sydney Murugan Temple Features 

It should be noted that the Cultural Hall is not available to book between 1 to 4:30 PM on Sundays(with the exception of school holidays).

The cultural hall is located just behind the holy place of worship. This place will be idyllic for your wedding if you have up to 200 attendees.

What is included in the booking of the cultural hall?

• Payment for the Hindu priest who officiates the wedding.
• Kudam, coconuts utilised by the priest during the wedding ceremony.
• Assembling, dismantling, and usage of the mandap(Manavarai).
• Offering materials for the Nirai kudam(at the entrance)

It is to be noted that both Hall decorations and Naathaswara(instruments played during the wedding) are not included in the booking.

Temple Wedding Cost

A wedding at Sydney Murugan temple costs $1000 plus $100(as a refundable deposit). This deposit will be refunded once the cultural hall is returned to the state it was when provided for the wedding. The hall plus the immediate surroundings are supposed to be cleaned once the wedding is done. The minimum deposit of $100 needs to be paid within 14 days from the date on which you have booked the hall. The balance amount, along with the refundable deposit, is payable not later than the day before the wedding day.

Cultural Hall Facilities Which Can be Availed Upon Request 

To avail of the sound system, an extra $50 would be incurred. When it comes to meals, Saiva manram can provide it if required. The condition is that there should be a minimum booking for 75 guests. Extra meals for 10% of the number of meals booked will be offered without any charges. Any extra food supplied beyond this number will be charged at $10 for a plate.

It is to be noted that once the booking is confirmed, you need to get in touch with the Director of cultural activities to arrange the food.

Temple Timing and Peculiarities

The temple is open from 7 AM on all weekdays and closes at 9:30(on Fridays) and at 8:30(on days except Friday) in the night.

Built-in the scenic beauty of Mays hills parallel to the Great Western Highway, this scintillating temple is one of the most treasured houses of worship in Australia. The temple is built in typical Tamil-style architecture and is magnificently carved. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Muruga, better known as the Hindu god of war. The temple is distinct with its beige colour and replete with small idols of other deities like Lord Ganesha, Lord Shiva, Goddess Parvati, etc. Every day, flocks of pilgrims visit the holy shrine to bow to Lord Murugan’s feet with immense reverence and awe.

How to Get to the Temple? How About Parking Facility?

The easiest way to reach the temple is by car. But there are also train and bus stations adjacent(near Westmead station). The nearest airport is Sydney Airport.

Within the temple’s surroundings, you can avail limited car parking. But one is supposed to enter only from the great western highway. Overflow parking can also be availed opposite the temple. Parking in front of the driveways is prohibited during the festival periods.