Your Ashram to Pray & Meditate,
Your Culture to Preserve & Celebrate
Your Heritage to Inspire & Live by
Vedic
Heritage
Your Ashram to Pray & Meditate,
About Us
We are a Hindu temple located in Long Island, NY.
There are two main temples-Sri Hanuman Temple & Sri Shiv Shakti Mandir.
Vedic Heritage is more than a temple—it’s a living celebration dedicated to preserving the rich spiritual and cultural traditions of India.
We offer a sacred space for worship, cultural programs, celebrating important and landmark occasions, and vibrant festivals. Our mission is to nurture spiritual growth and cultural pride among all generations, while fostering a strong and inclusive community. Through vibrant celebrations, traditional arts, and outreach initiatives, we proudly carry forward the light of Indian heritage.
Join us for daily Arti, daily Sunderkand Havan,Tuesday/Saturday spiritual Bhajans/Katha, Celebrating vibrant festivals and community unity.
All are welcome. Let’s keep our traditions alive-Together.
History
Vedic Heritage, Inc. was founded in 1979 by Anant Sri Vibhusit Pratham Parvatyacharya GuruMaa Jyotishanand Saraswati. She was the spiritual head of Vedic Heritage in India & USA. GuruMaa received Her doctorate in jyotishastra (Indology) under the able guidance of H.H.Late Acharya Viswanath Dev Sharma from Kolkata. In 1985, GuruMaa took sanyas from H.H.M.M. Late Swami Sri Ved Vyasanandji Maharaj of Geeta Ashram, Rishikesh. In 1986, She was honored with the title Maha Mandaleshwar by Niranjan Akhada. She was invited to become the first woman ever to hold the title of Parvatyacharya by Yoga Dham, In 2002 She was honored with this title and She became the Pratham Parvatyacharya.
On March 3, 2023 GuruMaa left for heavenly abode to be united with Her Baba forever.
She was the pillar of not only for Vedic Heritage,Inc. but also the source of strength and inspiration in the lives of many of Her devotees.
GuruMaa devoted Her life to Hanuman Baba. She left all the worldly pleasures and came to New York in 1978 and converted a barren land in Hempstead to this large Ashram that we all know and worship today as Vedic Heritage, Hanuman Mandir.
Vedic Heritage, Inc. was founded in 1979 by Anant Sri Vibhusit Pratham Parvatyacharya GuruMaa Jyotishanand Saraswati. She was the spiritual head of Vedic Heritage in India & USA. GuruMaa received Her doctorate in jyotishastra (Indology) under the able guidance of H.H.Late Acharya Viswanath Dev Sharma from Kolkata. In 1985, GuruMaa took sanyas from H.H.M.M. Late Swami Sri Ved Vyasanandji Maharaj of Geeta Ashram, Rishikesh. In 1986, She was honored with the title Maha Mandaleshwar by Niranjan Akhada.
Upcoming
Events
Jyeshtha Purnima
Jun 10 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Yogini Ekadashi
Jun 21 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Pradosh Vrat
Jun 22 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Amavasya
Jun 24 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Jagannath Rath Yatra
Jun 26 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Devshayani Ekadashi
Jul 6 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Pradosh Vrat; Akhand Shri Ramayan Paath Starts
Jul 7 - 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
40 Days of Continuous Recitation of Ram Chatritra Manas Paath Commencing
Jul 7 - 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Vedic Heritage Contributions (Donations)
Vedic Heritage Inc. is a registered non-profit organization in the United States. All donations are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Your generous contributions directly support the temple’s daily operations, as well as the planning and hosting of cultural programs, festivals, and community events. Every donation helps us preserve and share the rich spiritual and cultural traditions of India.
We accept checks, credit/debit cards, and online payments. For more information or assistance with making a donation, please feel free to contact us directly. Thank you for being a part of our community.
Sponsor Arti
Participating in or sponsoring the Aarti is a beautiful way to express devotion and receive divine blessings for yourself and your loved ones.
At Vedic Heritage, we invite devotees to sponsor daily, weekly, or special festival Aartis.
Please contact the temple for more information.
Sponsor Havan
Sunderkand Havan is a sacred and powerful ritual that invokes the grace of Lord Hanuman, offering strength, protection, and peace. Sponsoring this havan is a meaningful way to honor special occasions or seek blessings for health, success, and spiritual well-being. Please contact the temple for more information.
Sponsor Prasad
Prasad can be sponsored any Tuesday/Saturday. Or any other special occasion.
Please contact the temple for more information.
Support Us
Vedic Heritage is more than a temple—it’s a spiritual home, a cultural hub, and a place where generations come together to celebrate Indian heritage.
Your support helps us continue our sacred mission to serve the community and preserve Indian Vedic Heritage
Your Contributions Help Us:
Maintain daily temple operations and pujas
Organize festivals, cultural programs, and educational classes
Support youth activities and community outreach
Keep our spiritual light shining for future generation
