ISKCON Temple Delhi

📍New Delhi, Delhi

The grand Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir at East of Kailash, one of India's largest ISKCON temples and a landmark of Krishna devotion in the capital.

Primary Deity

Krishna

Location

New Delhi, Delhi

Best Time to Visit

October to March for pleasant Delhi weather; Janmashtami (August–September) is the most spectacular festival.

Significance

As a flagship temple of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness founded by Srila Prabhupada, it carries forward the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition of bhakti through the chanting of the Hare Krishna maha-mantra. Janmashtami here is among Delhi's grandest celebrations, drawing tens of thousands of devotees. The temple's cultural exhibits make the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita accessible to visitors of all backgrounds.

About

Inaugurated in 1998 and designed by architect Achyut Kanvinde, the ISKCON temple at Hare Krishna Hills rises above East of Kailash with soaring shikharas visible across south Delhi. The main shrine enshrines the deities of Radha-Parthasarathi, Sita-Ram-Lakshman-Hanuman and Gaura-Nitai, worshipped through the day with elaborate aartis and kirtan. The complex houses the Glory of India cultural centre, a museum of Vedic culture, animatronic robot shows on the Gita and Ramayana, a Bhagavad Gita animatronic display, and one of the world's largest printed Bhagavad Gitas. It is a vibrant hub of chanting, festivals and prasadam distribution in the heart of the city.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which deity is worshipped at ISKCON Temple Delhi?

ISKCON Temple Delhi is primarily dedicated to Krishna.

Where is ISKCON Temple Delhi located?

ISKCON Temple Delhi is located in New Delhi, Delhi.

What is the best time to visit ISKCON Temple Delhi?

October to March for pleasant Delhi weather; Janmashtami (August–September) is the most spectacular festival.

Why is ISKCON Temple Delhi significant?

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