WISCONSIN, U.S., May 4, 2012 (Post Crescent): Hinduism is the world’s third largest religion, yet before November, Wisconsin only had two Hindu temples. But there’s a new worship space that has joined the mix in Kaukauna.
The Hindu Temple of Northeast Wisconsin purchased a 7,000-square-foot building in November for $505,000. Although the building, which sits on four acres of land, is in prime condition, some remodeling is needed to make it more usable as a worship space, including adding a commercial kitchen and a play area for children.
The Hindu Temple of Northeast Wisconsin joins the Hindu Temple of Wisconsin in Pewaukee and the Hindu Temple of Madison, according to Dr. Ram Turlapati, chairman of the temple’s board of directors.
More than 600 people currently attend the temple, coming from as far away as Rhinelander, Marinette, Fond du Lac and Wausau. The community also attracts another 400 or so people who come to the Fox Valley from India to consult at area firms, staying six months to a year.