ISKCON Mayapur, situated in the serene town of Mayapur, West Bengal, is a prominent pilgrimage site for followers of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). Dedicated to Lord Krishna, this temple is renowned for its grand architecture, vibrant festivals, and spiritual ambiance, attracting thousands of devotees and tourists globally.
ISKCON Mayapur, located in Mayapur, West Bengal, is one of the most significant pilgrimage sites for followers of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON). The temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is a major center for spiritual education and worship. It is known for its grand architecture, vibrant festivals, and a serene atmosphere that attracts thousands of devotees and tourists from around the world.
Temple Speciality
The temple is renowned for its stunning deity of Radha-Madhava along with the Asta Sakhis. It is also famous for its magnificent temple dome, which is one of the largest of its kind. The temple complex hosts numerous festivals, the most notable being the Gaura Purnima festival, celebrating the appearance of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, considered an incarnation of Lord Krishna.
Temple Address
ISKCON Mayapur, Sri Mayapur Dhama, Nadia District, West Bengal 741313, India
Temple Location (Longitude and Latitude)
23.4637° N, 88.3773° E
Temple Timings
- Mangala Arati: 4:30 AM
- Darshan Arati: 7:00 AM
- Bhoga Arati: 12:30 PM
- Sandhya Arati: 6:30 PM
- Shayana Arati: 8:30 PM
Temple Sevas
- Archana Seva
- Annadanam (Feeding the devotees)
- Tulasi Puja
- Sponsoring Festivals
- Special Poojas during Ekadashi and other auspicious days
Traveling Facilities
- By Road: Well-connected by road with regular bus services.
- By Train: Closest major railway station is in Nabadwip Dham.
- By Air: Nearest airport is Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata.
Food Facilities
- Govinda's Restaurant offering sattvic vegetarian meals.
- Free prasadam (sanctified food) distribution to visitors and devotees.
Stay Facilities
- Guest houses and dharamshalas within the temple complex.
- Various hotels and lodges available in nearby areas.
Nearby Railway Station
Nabadwip Dham Railway Station (approx. 30 km)
Nearby Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (approx. 130 km)
Nearby Bus Station
Mayapur Bus Stand
Bus Routes to Temple
- Regular buses available from Kolkata, Siliguri, and other major cities to Mayapur.
Train Routes to Temple
- Trains from Howrah and Sealdah to Nabadwip Dham, followed by a short journey via local transport to Mayapur.
Airways to Temple
- Flights to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata, followed by road transport to Mayapur.
Nearby Cities to Temple
- Kolkata
- Siliguri
- Burdwan
- Krishnanagar
Nearby Visiting Temples and Other Places to Temple
- Srila Prabhupada's Pushpa Samadhi Mandir
- Chand Kazi's Samadhi
- Jagannath Temple, Rajapur
- Yoga Peeth (birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu)
- Ballal Dhipi (archaeological site)
Shopping Famous For
- Handicrafts and religious items
- Books on Vedic literature and spiritual texts
- Traditional Bengali sweets and snacks
- Devotional music and clothings
