Esplanade of Religions and Cultures

In Seine-et-Marne, France’s first traditional Hindu temple is poised to open its doors.

In Bussy-Saint-Georges, France's first Hindu temple built to the principles of traditional architecture will open its doors in September 2026. It stands as an unprecedented religious, cultural and architectural project for Île-de-France.

A cultural festival to inaugurate France's first traditional Hindu temple arrives in September.

From September 2 to 14, 2026, Bussy-Saint-Georges marks the opening of France’s first traditional Hindu temple with a major Indian Culture Festival, highlighted by a procession open to the public.