First temple in the USA with 18-holy steps and Lord Ayyappa as the presiding deity. A dedicated templ To build Lord Ayyappa shrine in the Tampa Bay area with holy 18 steps and establish proper Pooja (worship) services. To dissiminate information about Hindu traditions in general and Ayyappa-Dharma Shasta worship in particular. Helping Ayyappa devotees embarking on pilgrimages, observing Vratha's and providing worship guidances.