Although main Hindu temples are suggested at sangams (confluence of rivers), river banks, lakes and seashore, Brhat Samhita and Puranas suggest temples could also be designed the place a normal source of h2o just isn't present. In this article as well, they advocate that a pond be designed if possible https://hindutemplesinadelaide.art.blog/2025/02/17/hanuman-temples-and-hindu-worship-in-adelaide/