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ISKCON TEMPLE

Location : East of Kailash, South Delhi
Presiding Deity : Lord Krishna & Sri Radha
Managed By : International Society For Krishna Consciousness
Mostly Visited For : Exquisite Architecture and Robot Shows

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ISCONTemple , Delhi
ISKCON Temple, Delhi

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FACT FILE
Also Known As : Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple.
Built In : Radha-Krishna Temple and Hare Krishna Temple.
Famous For : Radha-Krishna Temple and Hare Krishna Temple.
Visiting Hours : Open on all days. Morning Prayer Time -  4.30 am, 7.15 am, 7.45 am. Evening Prayer Time - 12.30 pm, 7.00 pm, 7.45 pm.
Time Required : Minimum 2 hours.
History : It is one of the 40 Temples that have been Built by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISCKON).
Must Visit : The Central Prayer Hall that Houses Idols of Radha-Krishna Along with Other Deities.
Don't Miss : The Multimedia Shows Organized to Make the Devotees Understand the Story of the Epics- Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Highlight : Religious Programmes of Kirtan, Aarti and Pravachan are Held Along with the Museums Show Organized in the Evenings.
Must See : Interiors of the Temple Decorated by Aesthetic Russian Artists Representing Different Phases of Lives of Deities.
Festivals : The Festival of Janamashatmi (Birth of Lord Krishna) is Celebrated on Large Scale.
Major Event : Annual Rath Yatra of Lord Krishna and Balrama is Attended by Thousands of Devotees.
Shopping Options : Buy the Religious Books that are Sold at the Shops Inside the Temple.
Inside Tip : The Prayer Hall Remains Closed from 12 pm to 4 pm. Entry is Free for All. For Social Ceremonies Temple Hall is Given on Rent.

Lord Krishna preached spirituality and way to Godhood 3000 years ago. Today, the International Society For Krishna Consciousness is propagating the blessings to every weary heart, irrespective of caste, creed and sect. The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and was built by the Hare-Rama Hare-Krishna cult followers in 1998. Nestling in the serene fringes of the Hare Krishna Hill in East of Kailash, the magnificent temple, in simple words, promulgates Krishna consciousness through myriad sankirtan movements, congregational chantings of the holy name of God as revealed in the teachings of Lord Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Beside the exquisite architecture of this sacred shrine attracts many tourists from all parts of India. One can see the elegant 'shikharas', soaring as high as 90 ft from the womb of spirituality, that dominates the crimson skyline of this sector. Drifting an evening sitting on the stairs of this halloweed place, and pulsating to the euphonic chants amidst a tranquil ambience is a unique experience and should be felt by every holidayer in Delhi.

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The Hare Rama Hare Krishna Charm

An entry to the revered shrine is a quiet escape from the bustles of Delhi. You can find here solace, serenity, satisfaction and can meet yourself on a higher dimension. Sitting amongst Lord Krishna and his devotees with Hare Krishna Hare Rama chants going around, is indeed an experience of a lifetime. But for those who are seeking more, there is so much to learn and see, than what meets the eye and soul. Spend a few minutes in the sanctum sanctorum, beholding the divine marble effigies of Krishna, playing the idiosyncratic flute, beside Radha. Try to visit the temple on Sunday afternoons, and you will be overwhelmed to be a part of the kirtan, aarti, pravachan and prasadam, that continue till evening.

If interesting legends of mythology and their scientific relevance fascinates you, then remember to visit the ISKCON museum, ensconced on two floors of the temple building. Pinned to a common goal to present Indian history in an interactive manner, the temple authority has taken initiatives to organise a light and sight show garnished with life-like figures of Hindu mythology, that makes a huge impact on the audience. Portraying the the best of science and religion, the exhibition is a must see for every visitor. Stroll in the ground floor and you can see beautiful motifs that brings the forlorn preachings of Bhagwat Gita, back to life. As you will climb higher, the whole backdrop changes to that of Ramayana and Mahabharata stories.

Krishna In An Animated Attire

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Lord Krishna With Radha In The Sanctum of ISKCON Temple

However, the most vibrating enchantment of this sacred shrine is the technological connotation of 'Dharma' via robotic manifestations. This is indeed amazing! Three robots camouflaged as Krishna, Arjuna and Srila Prabhupada, the founder of ISKCON, present the yesterday and today of this grand temple by using a hi-end technology, controlled by 3 computers networked together and connected to a remote control. Believe us, the show is so captivating that you will not even blink for a second! You can even savour a delicious vegetarian meal at the temple cafetaria at nominal price. Even the books and other information that have been displayed here in the temple liabrary are of great interest to those who love to dive into the realm of spirituality.

How To Reach

The temple remains open in the morning from 4.30am to 12.00pm and then in the evening from 4.00pm to 9.00pm. The best day to visit the temple is on Sundays, when special religious ceremonies are carried out. Located in the heart of New Delhi, in the posh sectors of Kailash, the ISKCON temple is easily accessible from all over the city. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the temple from Indira Gandhi International Airport and around 25 minutes from Nizammuddin Railway Station, the nearest rail head. Tourists will get ample public transport options from all parts of Delhi, including DTC and private buses, taxis and auto-rickshaws all round the hours.

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