The Hindus use the mandir [or temple] for worship. They need [or maybe we all need] a place where we can have peace, a deity to concentrate on, a place to sit in, and a person to holy mantras to have a peace full worship. Having this in mind, our ancestors have created a holy building called the temple.
Well, small mandirs are always open. Bigger mandirs are open at special times. It matters what temple you are talking about.
Temples / mandirs
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You can find them in most countries.
mandirs known as temples
Hindu temples are called 'Mandirs.'
There are many swaminarayan mandirs
Mandir is a temple, place of worship for Hindus - the followers of Hinduism. Hence, Hindus go to Mandirs. However, those who believe in Hinduism, no matter what religion they belong to also visit Mandirs.
Mangirs are definitely used for weddings but not funerals.
A Mandir (temple) is a religious hall where Hindus assemble to pray to their God. It is not much different from a Church or any other holy shrine. Most Mandirs contains statues representing their respective Gods. Some Mandirs/Temples have seating accommodations like benches and chairs while others have mats for seating on the floor. Old temples have statues / carvings on the wall inside and outside as well. A Gopuram or Gopura, is a monumental tower, usually ornate, at the entrance of the Mandirs/Temples, especially in Southern India.
Mandir is a Hindi word for a Temple where Hindus go for worship
There are approximately 150 Hindu temples (mandirs) in the UK. The exact number may vary as new temples are established and others may close or relocate. It is always advisable to check for the most up-to-date information from official sources or directly from the temples themselves.