What do you wear to a temple?

It is very important to dress appropriately, which means respectfully and modestly. Shorts, T-shirts, tight pants/leggings, bare shoulders, and any overly casual clothing should be completely avoided. Loose fitting jeans are OK if you have a nice top/shirt, but not ideal. Inappropriate clothing is a sign of disrespect.

What do I need to know before visiting a Hindu temple?

Temple Etiquette: 9 Tips on Visiting India’s Holy Places

• Remove footwear. The entrance of any temple in India is picket-fenced by shoe racks.
• Put the camera away.
• Cover up.
• Avoid leather.
• Cleanliness and godliness.
• Make an offering.
• Walk clockwise.
• Greet the gods.

What should a man wear to a temple?

Any kind of formal clothes are allowed in the temple, though you’re not required to wear a full suit. You can wear any formal Indian clothes if you can lay your hands on them. Full length trousers and a button down shirt are more than acceptable.

Can wear shorts to temple?

Yes, there is a dress code to abide by when entering the temple: Please wear appropriate attire to show respect; no bare backs, off-shoulders, shorts, mini-skirts, sleeveless, see-through clothings, etc.

Can I wear shorts to Hindu temple?

While it’s not necessary to wear traditional Indian clothing to a temple, both men and women should wear modest, conservative clothing to the temple. Men should wear business-casual clothing, such as slacks and a button-down shirt. Avoid wearing animal skin of any kind; this could be offensive to practicing Hindus.

Can I wear shorts to temple?

Yes, there is a dress code to abide by when entering the temple: Please wear appropriate attire to show respect; no bare backs, off-shoulders, shorts, mini-skirts, sleeveless, see-through clothings, etc. Knee length shorts and skirts are ok.

What do you wear to a Hindu temple in the US?

Women should wear a long skirt or dress or long pants while men should wear business-casual clothing, like slacks and a button-down shirt. You’ll also want to buy offerings to bring to the temple, like flowers or fruit.

What is the dress code for men in temples?

High court order suggests that men should wear a “dhoti or pyjama with upper cloth or formal pants and shirts” to temples. Temples that do not allow upper cloth for men may continue to follow that custom. Some temples may not allow leather belts and purses. Footwear is not allowed inside the temples. Jeans, shorts and lungis are prohibited.

What is the traditional dress of Hindus?

Hindus having a greater respect for their traditions and culture would dress appropriately. The dress protocols are different in North and South India. Saris or selwar-kameez or skirts for women in both areas.

Do men have to wear Dhoti in temples?

There are some orthodox temples that require men to wear the traditional ‘pitambar’ vastra or dhoti with anga vastra. But an over-whelming majority of temples have no dictat on what to wear. One is trusted to use their discretion in the choice of clothing.