The Hindu Temple of St. Louis started in 1991, and the temple itself had its formal inauguration in July of 1998. This amazing building with it's intricate carvings was built by sculptors and artisans in the style of the Chola Dynasty (a 10th Century Hindu King). The images on the temple are made of black granite, white marble or Panchalohas (five materials combined: gold, silver, copper, bronze and brass). Inside the Temple you are able to visit Hindu Gods/Goddesses in their respective shrines while practicing traditional Hindu rituals.