Sri Venkateswara Temple
America's first traditional Balaji temple
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About Sri Venkateswara Temple
Consecrated in 1977 in Penn Hills, Pittsburgh, this was one of the first traditional Hindu temples in the United States and remains a major Balaji shrine for North American devotees.
Aarti Timings
- Suprabhatam09:00
- Sandhya Aarti18:30
Timings are indicative and may change on festival days.
Festivals & Sacred Days
Brahmotsavam
Varies (often summer)The temple's grandest annual festival, spanning several days of processions, vahana sevas and special abhishekams for Bhagwan Venkateswara.
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
December–JanuaryDevotees pass through the Vaikuntha Dwaram seeking the Lord's blessings on this most auspicious of Vishnu observances.
Diwali
October–NovemberThe festival of lights is celebrated with special poojas and a festive gathering of the North American Telugu and Tamil communities.
Poojas & Sevas
Suprabhatam
09:00The Lord is awakened with the chanting of Venkateswara Suprabhatam to begin the day.
Abhishekam
Ceremonial bathing of the deity with panchamrut and sacred substances, offered on auspicious days.
Sahasranama Archana
Worship reciting the thousand names of Bhagwan Venkateswara, a much-requested seva.
Travel Guide
Address
1230 S McCully Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15235, USA (Penn Hills)
Nearest Airport
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), about 35 km
Nearest Railway
No direct rail service; visitors typically arrive by car. Pittsburgh's Port Authority buses serve the wider Penn Hills area.
Best Season
Late spring through autumn (May–October); winters can bring snow.
Dress Code
Modest, traditional dress is appreciated; footwear is removed before entering the temple.
How to reach
About a 25-minute drive east of downtown Pittsburgh via I-376. On-site parking is available.
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