The mission of the Temple is to be a focal point for Hindu worship, prayer, education, community and family life within the precepts of Hinduism and in the traditional role of a Hindu Temple and with God's blessings to realize our dream of a beautiful "Austin Hindu Temple". The purpose of the Temple would be: House of Worship House of Gathering and House of Learning To promote and practice ideals of Hinduism and Hindu religion through worship, education and teaching, by constructing and operating a Hindu temple in the Austin city vicinity. To strive for spiritual richness and human excellence through assimilation of values in Hindu scriptures into daily lives. To recognize and respect other religions and belief systems in their proper context. To establish and Maintain a Community center for the purpose of Conducting Hindu religious, cultural, Social and educational activities. Weekdays - 9:00AM - 12:00 Noon, 5:30PM - 8:30PM Weekends/Holidays - 8:30AM - 8:30PM (1pm-3pm Priests break) 9801 Decker Lake Rd, Austin, TX 78724 DIRECTIONS - 183S towards Airport. EXIT LOYOLA. Turn Left on Loyola. Go 2.7 miles (Cross Decker lake road and continue). Turn Right on Imperial Drive. Temple is on the left. (entrance to Temple from Imperial Drive)