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Welcome to the website of Shri Asamai Mandir. Shri Asamai Mandir is the Mandir of Devi Maa. Durga Mata is in the centre in our Mandir pray hall. You will find the Shivling and the Shiv Pariwaar on the left side of Durga Mata. There nearby are Ram, Sita and Laksman. At the right side of Durga Mata you will find Hanuman ji and Radha Krishna.
The Mandir is a complete Hindu cultural centre. It has a pray hall, a party hall, a langar hall, a hawan room and an activities room. Asamai means ‘Our Mother’. The Mandir is located in Zaandam, which is near Amsterdam.
Our foundation, established in 2001, began its journey in Daalwijkerdreef, Amsterdam. It was here that the Asamai Mandir first planted its roots. As we evolved and expanded, we found a new home in the beautiful city of Zaandam in early 2016. Now, the Asamai Mandir stands as a vibrant beacon of community and connection, ensuring that no one, be it young or elderly, feels alone.
The foundation, initially started by a few Afghan Hindus, has grown to include a dedicated area for prayer, langar hall and a party hall within its premises. The initial idea was to create a place for meeting and mutual support, a place where people can freely practice and celebrate their culture and faith together. Over the years, we've strived to maintain this spirit of camaraderie and cultural exchange, making the Asamai Mandir not just a temple, but a home for our community. The foundation, initially started by a few Afghan Hindus, has grown to include a dedicated area for prayer, langar hall and a party hall within its premises. The initial idea was to create a place for meeting and mutual support, a place where people can freely practice and celebrate their culture and faith together. Over the years, we've strived to maintain this spirit of camaraderie and cultural exchange, making the Asamai Mandir not just a temple, but a home for our community.
Location
We are located at Heijermansstraat 129, 1502 DJ Zaandam. It's near Amsterdam North, in Zaandam. It’s 10 minutes drive time from Amsterdam Sloterdijk and 15 minutes from Schiphol Airport. It's nearby train station Zaandam Kogerveld.
Opening Hours
We are open on Sunday's and Tuesday's. On Sunday the pooja is from 13.30 till 15.00. From 15.00 there is Langar. Tuesday the pooja ( Hanuman Chalisa ) starts at 16.00 till 17.30.
Children
Our temple offers a friendly environment for children. Here, your little ones might find a good mix of outdoor and indoor activities with peers their age. They are often found running around the mandir halls, engaging with other children. Engaging with others in the community can help foster their social skills and instill meaningful values. Many adults recall having joyful childhood memories from their Sundays spent at the mandir.
Excursions and Extras
Every year, we organize a grand temple celebration. Additionally, when available, we go on excursions to Hindu events both within the country and abroad.
Event hall
For personal celebrations, we have a banquet hall available for rent, complete with tables and chairs. It's connected to a kitchen, which is inside, but also separate from the rest of the mandir.
Facilities
