As you drive through Utah, you tend to notice a lot of one thing: temples, temples, and more temples. If you've ever wondered how many LDS temples are in Utah, currently there are 15 operating LDS temples in Utah, 1 Utah temple under construction, and 1 closed for renovation. Each unique LDS temple in Utah stands tall as a reminder of God's love for us and the covenants we have made. Temples are a place we can enter to feel peace, joy, and find answers to our questions. Here are Utah's beautiful LDS temples!
Utah Temple #1: Bountiful
Fun Fact: On May 22, 2016, the Bountiful Utah LDS temple's angel Moroni was struck by lightning, removing chunks from the face and back of the statue. Another Moroni statue was set in place on June 1st.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2004 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #2: Brigham City
Fun Fact: In 2014, the Brigham City LDS temple won the PCI (Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute) Design Award for the best religious structure.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2012 by Wes Peterson
Utah Temple #3: Cedar City (under construction)
Fun Fact: The Cedar City LDS temple is currently under construction and will be Utah's newest LDS temple when dedicated. The groundbreaking occurred on August 8, 2015.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2016 by Stacie Frehner
Utah Temple #4 Draper
Fun Fact: Inside this LDS temple there are 221 exterior windows, 50 interior windows, and 432 door panels. Together, there are 35,420 pieces of hand-cut glass. Each window incorporates the "log cabin" quilt pattern the early pioneers used.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2008 by David C. Moore
Utah Temple #5: Jordan River (closed for renovation)
Fun Fact: The Jordan River LDS temple is one of only five LDS temples that feature angel Moroni holding the gold plates. The other four include the Los Angeles California Temple, the Washington D.C. Temple, the Seattle Washington Temple, and the Mexico City Mexico Temple.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2008 by Angela Oakeson
Utah Temple #6: Logan
Fun Fact: The Logan Utah LDS temple was originally painted an off-white color to hide the dark limestone. Once it started to weather away in the early 1900s, it uncovered the stone that characterizes this temple today.
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Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2003 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #7: Manti
Fun Fact: There used to be a large tunnel under the east tower of the Manti Utah LDS temple, which allowed cars to be driven through. It was the only temple you could "go through" without a recommend!
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2003 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #8: Monticello
Fun Fact: Construction for the Monticello Utah LDS temple took only eight months to complete. It was also the first to use the small temple design President Hinckley introduced by revelation in 1997.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2003 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #9: Mount Timpanogos
Fun Fact: Gordon B. Hinckley explained that the Mount Timpanogos Utah LDS temple would help relieve the demands on the Provo Utah Temple (which was operating more than it was designed for).
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2007 by Ralph P. Cornell
Utah Temple #10: Ogden
Fun Fact: The Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum was transported from the Ogden Utah LDS temple grounds in early 2012 to a new location only one block west of the temple.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2015 by Andrew Nieto
Utah Temple #11: Oquirrh Mountain
Fun Fact: President Thomas S. Monson dedicated the Oquirrh Mountain Utah LDS temple on his 82nd birthday. The crowd even sang him a happy birthday song.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2009 by Michael Provard
Utah Temple #12: Payson
Fun Fact: One theme in the Payson Utah LDS temple's design is apple blossoms, due to the many apple orchards in the area.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2015 by Benjamin Lambertson
Utah Temple #13: Provo City Center
Fun Fact: The Provo City Center Utah LDS temple echoes its rich pioneer heritage in its design. From intricate spiral staircases, gothic arches, and elegant wallpaper, individuals can be reminded of the Provo Tabernacle, which once stood in this temple's exact location.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2016 by Wade Bricknell
Utah Temple #14: Provo
Fun Fact: The Missionary Training Center (MTC) is just across the street from the Provo Utah LDS temple. And on the southwest side lies Brigham Young University. It is commonly known for being one of the busiest temples in the world.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2007 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #15: Salt Lake
Fun Fact: The three towers on the east side of the temple represent the First Presidency of the Church and the Melchizedek Priesthood.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2002 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #16: St. George
Fun Fact: St. George is Utah's oldest LDS temple, dedicated in April of 1877.
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Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2003 by Rick Satterfield
Utah Temple #17: Vernal
Fun Fact: The Vernal Utah LDS temple was the first temple built from an existing building—the Uintah Stake Tabernacle. Others include the Provo City Center Utah Temple, the Copenhagen Denmark Temple, and the Manhattan New York Temple.
Photo from ldschurchtemples.com, taken in 2009 by David C. Moore
