Sydney Shakti Temple, Cultural and Educational Centre, NSW

Situated in Toongabbie, Sydney Shakti Temple, Cultural and Educational Centre is amongst the most popular Hindu temples in Australia. The sacred shrine is in line with teachings and ideals of Hinduism. Established around the concepts of Dharma and Karma, the temple believes in the basic principles of respecting others, expressing gratitude through prayer services to the holy deities. The temple apparently is also a cultural and educational centre which aims to raise awareness about issues that has an impact on society; the shrine and its committee are also indulged in philanthropic work. One of the main objectives of the centre is to proffer a safe, supportive space for future generations to coexist, worship and contribute to community initiatives.