Vedanta Society Hollywood Temple

1946 Vedanta Pl.
(323) 465-7114.

Founded by Swami Prabhavananda in 1929, preaches the philosophical basis of Hinduism in historic setting. This temple has long attracted many Hollywood luminaries to pray and meditate including Aldous Huxley, Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh. Open daily.

http://vedanta.org/

Vedanta Society of Southern California – Hollywood Temple

Founded in 1929 by Swami Prabhavananda, the Hollywood Vedanta Temple is one of the earliest centers in Los Angeles dedicated to teaching the philosophical foundations of Hinduism. Set within a serene, historic compound just steps from the bustle of Hollywood, the temple offers meditation, lectures, and spiritual study in an atmosphere that feels worlds away from the city around it.

The temple has long been a quiet refuge for Hollywood’s creative community. Writers and thinkers such as Aldous Huxley, Christopher Isherwood, and Gerald Heard were regular visitors, collaborating with Prabhavananda on influential English translations of Hindu scriptures and helping introduce Vedanta philosophy to Western audiences. Its distinctive architecture and peaceful gardens make it not only a spiritual destination but also a cultural landmark reflecting Hollywood’s early fascination with Eastern thought.

Today, the temple remains an active center for contemplation and learning, welcoming all who seek a place of reflection, interfaith understanding, and timeless philosophy in the heart of Hollywood.

Open daily for meditation and classes; bookstore.