Cardston Alberta Temple

The white granite temple features a compact pyramidal design with intersecting geometric shapes forming a centralized Greek cross layout extending over 88,562 square feet.

The temple opened in 1923 after a decade of construction, marking the first temple built outside the United States and the first in the British Empire.

Four ordinance rooms within the temple contain decorative elements made from diverse hardwoods including oak, maple, walnut, mahogany, rosewood, and ebony.

Located 15 miles from the United States border, the temple provides religious services to members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

The temple design departs from traditional Mormon architecture by excluding a tall spire and assembly hall, marking a transition toward modern religious buildings.

Location: Town of Cardston

Operator: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

GPS coordinates: 49.19821,-113.30928

Latest update: March 6, 2025 10:32