Murfreesboro, TN – A striking new landmark has quietly emerged on the southern edge of Murfreesboro. The Shree Swaminarayan Temple and Cultural Center, located at 4925 Shelbyville Pike, opened its doors just weeks ago, though construction crews are still completing the finishing touches. Towering over Highway 231-South, the temple is already drawing attention—not just for its architectural beauty, but for its spiritual and cultural significance.
Spanning more than 36,000 square feet and built on nearly 16 acres, the $13 million facility is one of the largest Hindu temples in the region. It features a grand worship hall, a banquet space for community events, and parking for over 160 vehicles. But its purpose goes far beyond bricks and mortar.
Guided by Acharya Gyanmahodadhi Param Pujya Shri Jitendriyapriyadasji Swamis’re Maharaj, the temple was established to promote Indian culture and the teachings of the Swaminarayan faith—a tradition rooted in peace, compassion, and service. The temple is part of the global Manin agar Shree Swaminarayan Gadi Sans than, which has built similar centers around the world…