Can non-Hindus enter Padmanabhaswamy?

Non-Hindus and foreigners are permitted inside the sprawling temple dedicated to Lord Padmanabha after accepting similar declarations, he said.

Can non-Hindus visit temples in Kerala?

Even when some of the other Hindu temples in the state does allow the entry of all believers irrespective of their religion, Guruvayur temple has always insisted on a certificate from the Arya Samajam in Kozhikode, to allow entry to a non-Hindu.

Why are non-Hindus not allowed in some temples?

A decision by the trustee board of the famous Somnath temple in Gujarat has put it out-of-bounds for non-Hindus. The authorities have decided against entry to people following other faiths without prior permission citing security concerns and protection of ‘sanctity’ of the religious place.

Can non-Hindus visit temple?

Non-Hindus are not allowed into the temple, which had attracted controversy over its refusal to allow entry to Indira Gandhi at the height of her powers. Though Gandhi was a Hindu, the temple management did not allow her entry as she was married to a non-Hindu. Buddhists, Jains and Sikhs are, however, allowed.

Can I enter Padmanabhaswamy Temple?

Only the followers of Hinduism are allowed to enter into the premises of the temple. Photography is strictly prohibited inside the premises of the temple. Electronic gadgets and various other things are not allowed inside the temple premises.

Why are Muslims not allowed in Puri temple?

Why should the tradition of not allowing Muslims and Christians into Jagannath Temple continue? Historically, the decision to stop Muslims from entering the temple was due to destruction caused by Muslim invasions.

Can non Hindu enter Somnath?

AHMEDABAD: Non-Hindus visiting Somnath temple are mandatorily required to enter personal details in a register in the interests of security and protection of the temple’s sanctity, authorities have said. People of other faiths intending to enter Somnath temple have to compulsorily enter their details in a register.