Top 5 for most beautiful places in So. Cal. Arrived at 8:50am and was greeted by the gate guard. He…read moregave us a map, info, and guided us towards parking. There are plenty of parking spots for free. Entered the visitor center and was given a rundown by employee. Proceeded to the temple, which is the most incredible thing I've seen. It felt like we were transported out of Cali. You place your shoes on a shoe rack before proceeding up the stairs. The temple was beyond words. No phones, talking, hats or shoes allowed inside. Took the elevator to basement, where we walked through a museum before exiting back to the shoe rack. Went back to the visitor center, where we enjoyed browsing the gift store and cafe. There is an amazing selection of snacks. The experience was 10/10.

Beautiful, beautiful Hindu temple! Super glad I got the opportunity to stop by and see it. My…read morefriends and I made the trip to Chino Hills to visit the Sonic Speed Cafe that was coming to an end in May, so we finally bit the bullet and made the trip over, but knowing it was pretty small I looked up other things to do in the area and this temple popped up! We made the mistake of following Google Maps' directions and it led us to a gate that was closed. Not being familiar with the location, we decided to just park on the street and walk until we found an open gate in the scorching sun that day. That was a mistake, although I suppose I appreciate the exercise. If you find gates closed, just drive around the venue until you find an open one. There's plentiful parking in the venue and it's free! Security will give you a sheet with a list of things not to do. FYI, there's a rule of no backpacks, but specifically this is in regards to large ones. I panicked a little bit because I always just have a small backpack on me in lieu of a purse, but the kind lady at check-in explained that it was fine. They allow photos of the outside of the temple, but no photos of the interior. Shame, but I completely understand. I really highly recommend visiting this place if you get the chance. This is by far the most beautiful and insanely detailed architectural temple I've seen in Socal. The interior was absolutely breathtaking. If I'm ever in the area again I'd stop by just to see it and take anyone else I know to see it.

Went to a satyr Narayan puja today when pandit came from this temple to perform at 7am. This pujari…read morewas good and did a good job but we wish he had mingled with the people after the puja so people felt left out. This is just a constructive feedback. Thank you.

Thank you to Irvine temple for graciously accepting our request to perform Navratri puja on the…read morefirst day even with their most busy schedule - we are so thankful and grateful to God to be able to send pandit ji to bless my family and my home, many thanks

Good temple Well maintained…read more Super convenient location - Brea downtown. Serene atmosphere, very peaceful and quiet

First time and love it. Love their foods inside the cafeteria. They also have a nice grocery store…read moretoo.

Jai Ma! Visiting the…read moreKali Mandir in Laguna Beach was such a beautiful and divine experience. I'm so grateful they allowed me to play the Veena as an offering to Ma Kali. It was truly special to perform Mahishasura Mardini Stotram in such a sacred space..it felt like a blessing straight from the heart. The temple has such a peaceful and positive vibe, and everyone there was so welcoming and kind. I felt deeply connected, and it's an experience I'll always cherish. If you're looking for a place to feel calm, connected, and close to the Divine, this is the place. Jai Ma!

Gratitude for this place and the people who are managing. Must visit for spiritual seekers. Jai…read moremaaa !!!

This is a wonderful, cultural, religiously, educational opportunity. They also do a vegan feast I…read morebelieve once a week with dancing, etc. We attended, I believe the - fire dance and I'm sure it's not called that! So if you're visiting the city of Laguna Beach, you may want to check this out.

So peaceful and calm. Felt the blessings. Had prasad and left after Darshan. It is close to beach…read moreand shopping area. But parking is problem. Need to park on curbside.

We used All World Gayatri Pariwar priest for our son's wedding recently. The priest was actually…read morePriestess Mrs. Rishma Bhatt. She did the great job performing the Hindu ceremony. Her explanation of all the Hindu Vedic Ceremony rituals in English was wonderful and easy to understand. All our non Indian guests were amazed by her explanation in English. She kept all our wedding guests engaged and captivated throughout the entire ceremony. The entire ceremony in Hindi with the Sanskrit Slokas and then translated in English was perfect, clear, straightforward and comprehensible. She did not waste any time and she was completely thorough and quick. We would highly recommend her for any Hindu rituals and ceremonies.

The trustee told us that we need to Darshan from outside because we are in wheelchairread more

First time visiting this gorgeous Vedanta monastery . Beautiful grounds; meditation room that just…read morefeels so good to get quiet in; library and meeting room where Gerald Heard, Aldous Huxley, Huston Smiths , and other modern seekers sat and talked and thought and tripped and wrote. Lovely little gift shop where you can get their honey from hives on campus; I bought myself a little Tibetan Tingsha bells (they look like tiny thick cymbals connected with a leather thong). I will return to hike the shrine trail for walking meditation

Listen up! Do you want to know where to buy the most delicious honey ?…read more The Ramakrishna Monastery has their own bee hives, clover, and wildflower honey! It is the most delicious honey that I've ever found! I get the wildflower with the honeycomb inside, and by extra bottles to give as gifts. They sell the honey in their store, and the proceeds help support the monastery. Today, while purchasing honey, we had a Swami teach us about "Chaitanya". We learned that Sanskrit means "consciousness," "awareness," or "life force." It can also mean "energy," "enthusiasm," or "intelligence". It was a beautiful ride down living Oak Canyon road. There is a beautiful hiking trail in this area as well. Feeling very fortunate that we have so much stuff to do, and learn about here in Orange County!