The Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago is located in Lemont, a suburb of Chicago. The wooded surroundings add to the serenity and tranquility of this temple.

There are two temples that are linked by a hallway. The temple's website further elaborates - "The Rama temple is built to specifications in the authentic style of the Chola dynasty (a 10th century dynasty of Indian Kings). The temple’s architecture is a perfect blend of the ancient with the modern. Its magnificent 80-foot tower (Gopuram) is a potent symbol of Hindu spirit. A large hall in the lower level of the temple has facilities to stage cultural events. A smaller temple north of the Rama temple is the Ganesha-Shiva-Durga temple. This temple is built in the architecture style of the Kalinga dynasty (1st century B.C.)."

The temple also has a small library , among other facilities. I found many "Amar Chitra Katha" comic books that I absolutely adored as a kid! Bought back some wonderful memories...

The temple "cafeteria" is suprisingly very good!! Modest and unpretencious dishes that are pretty close to what home cooked food would taste like , and the prices are unbelievable!!

I am not very ritualistic but visiting this beautiful place makes me feel that I am not alone or too far away from home...