The campus covers approximately 40 acres of land, making it one of the largest gurdwara complexes outside of India.
The structure was designed to include earthquake-resistant engineering while maintaining traditional aesthetic requirements.
The langar hall serves thousands of free vegetarian meals to the community every week, adhering to the Sikh tenet of seva (selfless service).
The site includes a library and classrooms that facilitate the teaching of Punjabi language and Sikh history.
It is frequently used as a venue for large-scale cultural events and community outreach programs in Santa Clara County.
Sikh Gurdwara San Jose is one of the largest Sikh houses of worship in North America, situated on a sprawling hilltop campus in the Evergreen area. The facility serves as a religious and educational center, featuring a full-time school and large prayer halls. Its architecture incorporates traditional Sikh design elements, including expansive domes and white facades. The grounds are designed to support community gatherings, prayer, and the practice of Langar, the traditional communal kitchen. Visitors can observe ongoing religious services and community engagement programs held throughout the week. The location functions as a central hub for the local Sikh diaspora.
The exterior viewing deck provides an expansive perspective of the white domes against the San Jose hillside.
Participate in the communal meal in the Langar hall to experience the core practice of equality.
Remove shoes and place them in the designated storage area before entering the prayer halls.
Cover your head at all times while inside the complex using the provided headscarves or your own fabric.
Maintain a respectful distance from those engaged in meditation or formal services.
Avoid speaking loudly or using photography inside the main prayer hall during ongoing religious services.
Visitors must remove footwear, cover their heads, and refrain from wearing tobacco, alcohol, or non-vegetarian food on the premises.
