Vrindavan: The Land of Lord Krishna

Vrindavan is a sacred city in the Mathura in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It’s famous for its association with Lord Krishna, one of the holiest divinities in Hinduism. Vrindavan is considered one of the most religious places for addicts of Lord Krishna and is a famous passage destination. When it comes to spiritual destinations in India, Mathura-Vrindavan in the state of Uttar Pradesh reserves itself as an important place.

Must Visit Temples in Vrindavan

There are many places to visit in Vrindavan.

• Banke Bihari Mandir
• Prem Mandir
• Nidhivan Temple
• Shri Rangji Mandir
• Shri Krishna Balaram Mandir (ISKCON)
• Gopi Nath Temple
• Shri Radha Vallabh Mandir
• Radharamana Temple
• Madan Mohan Temple
• Govind Devji Temple
• Jugal Kishore Temple

Banke Bihari Mandir, Vrindavan

This is one of the famous Krishna temples in Vrindavan where Sri Krishna is known by the name of Banke Bihari because he’s considered a ‘ Supreme Enjoyer. ’ Banke means ‘ Bent in three places, ’ whereas Bihari means ‘ Enjoyer ’ as you can see in an enactment where the icons ’ hands are folded to hold a flute with a leg folded standing disguise. 

Banke Bihari Mandir Vrindavan is one of the seven temples of Thakur of Vrindavan, and it’s located near Shri Radha Vallabh Temple. Amid the narrow lanes where the addicts rush to seek blessings in the godly area, you can witness love and devotion for Sri Krishna. Then, the main entrance of the temple is adorned with a dark unheroic- brown color with intricate traditional design and maybe it’s the main magnet in Vrindavan. Outside, you can witness a spurt-black statue of Lord Krishna known as Thakur Ji. 

Temple Timings in Winter 

Morning: 09 AM to 01 PM 

Evening: 04:30 PM to 08 PM 

Temple Timings in Summer 

Morning: 08 AM to 12 PM

Evening: 05:30 PM to 08:30 PM 

Prem Mandir, Vrindavan

Prem Mandir Vrindavan which means love is a godly temple and it’s amongst the top sightseer lodestones located on the outskirts of Vrindavan. This spiritual complex is devoted to Sri Krishna and Sita Ram and is beautifully erected with white marble displaying the stunning architectural wonder and also the history of Sanatana Dharma. 

You can spend a day in this 54-acre holy space and explore the beautiful statue numbers of Sri Krishna and his followers located in the main temple. Girdled by intricate busts around the temple complex displaying an elaborate inlay work, this charming godly structure in Uttar Pradesh, Prem Mandir is a definite must-visit during your stint in Uttar Pradesh. 

Inside the temple, you can also witness numerous pictures of Krishna Leela, Govardhan Parwat Leela, and Krishna Kaliya Naag Leela and if you visit this Temple of Love, you’re sure to witness tranquility and bliss. Every Vrindavan temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha, and each of these temples has its own significance and attraction.

Temple Timings: 05:30 AM to 08:30 PM 

Nidhivan Temple, Vrindavan 

Presumably one of the stylish places to visit in Vrindavan, Nidhivan Vrindavan is a treasure trove for both pilgrims and nature suckers. substantially girdled by trees where the branches are tangled to the other trees or faced down, the locals believe them to be gopis, the queens of Sri Krishna. 

It’s also said that as soon as the sun sets no bone is allowed to stay back because Krishna and Radha along with the gopis perform Raas- Leela amid Nidhivan. This religious place in Vrindavan is banned from being visited in the evening because it’s believed that whosoever enters the timber after evening either goes eyeless, deaf, or dumb, principally not in a condition to recite the story, is flocked with addicts in the autumn. 

There are many sightseeing places around Nidhivan like Rang Mahal, Lalitha Kund, Bansi Chori Radha Rani, and some temples like Gita Mandir, Shahji Temple, Kalki Mandir, and Swami Hari Das Temple. 

Temple Timings

In Summer: 5 AM to 08 PM

In Winter: 6 AM to 7 PM 

Shri Rangji Mandir, Vrindavan

The largest temple in Vrindavan, Shri Rangji Mandir Vrindavan has a Dravidian style of armature erected in the time 1851. This temple is devoted to Lord Ranganatha who depicts Lord Vishnu and outside, you can see the godliness in his Sheshashayee disguise resting around the Sesha Naga. 

Besides this, there are also other divinities whom you can worship are of Lord Rama, Lord Lakshman, and Goddess Sita along with Lord Narasimha, Lord Venugopala, and Lord Ramanujacharya in this sacred sanctum in Vrindavan. 

The structure of Shri Rangji Mandir is grounded on the temple of Srirangam, Sri Ranganatha Swami Temple. Along with a Dravidian style, a rare mixture of South and North classical styles of the armature can also be witnessed. With two Jaipur-nominated gravestone gates and five blockish enclosures around the sanctum sanctorum, it offers a different appeal to the callers. 

Temple Timings 

Morning: 05:30 AM to 10:30 AM

Evening: 04 PM to 09 PM

Shri Krishna Balaram Mandir( ISKCON), Vrindavan

Amongst the numerous temples in Vrindavan, Shri Krishna Balaram Mandir offers a sight to sough and to eclipse it up, it’s considered to be one of the important ISKCON temples Vrindavan in India. As you put your way into the beautiful structure erected by white marble, you’ll cross an archway along with winding peacock stairways on each side. 

In fact, this Mandir holds a veritably special significance to the International Society for Krishna Knowledge. Set up by the author of the religious society, Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the temple displays Sri Krishna’s transcendental phases. 

Then, you can find three stages, On the first balcony you can find a hero of Sri Sri Gaura Nitai, the manifestation of Nityananda Prabhu and Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu; in the alternate or center are the divinities of Sri Krishna and Balaram, the godly sisters. On the third balcony are the icons of Sri Sri Radha Shyamasundara and the gopis, Vishakha, and Lalita.

Gopi Nath Temple, Vrindavan

Suggesting the temple structure of the Sri Madan Mohan Temple, Gopi Nath Temple is a famed spiritual place in Vrindavan. The sanctum sanctorum is an ancient structure and is said to have been built in 1632 by Rai Singh, son of Maharaja Kalyanmala of Bikaner, but was rebuilt in 1819 after it was destroyed by Aurangzeb.

The main deities of Gopi Nath Temple Vrindavan are Shri Krishna and Radha, but there are other deities that are also worshiped such as the deities of Mahaprabhu Shri Gaurasundar, Radhika, Gopi Nath. 

Note: Mangala Aarti is at 05:30 AM during winter and 4:45 AM during summer.

Temple Timings in Winter 

Morning: 09 AM to 12:30 PM

Evening: 05:30 PM to 09 PM 

Temple Timings in Summer

Morning: 09 AM to 01 PM

Evening: 06 PM to 10 PM 

Shri Radha Vallabh Mandir, Vrindavan

This deified temple which was innovated some 450 times ago from the present time is a great place to visit and it holds significance to the people of Vrindavan and Rajasthan. As the runners of history denote the story of the temple, which was destroyed during the rule of the Mughal Emperor by Aurangzeb, the temple was later dislocated to Rajasthan. 

Still, presently, this notorious sanctum is in Vrindavan where like all other temples it follows the tradition and the ritual of the temple along with chanting spiritual and spiritual songs. 

The temple was carved and sculpted by the Goswamis of Shri Radha Vallabh Lal and while traveling to Mathura Vrindavan, a cessation at Shri Radha Vallabh Mandir should be on your visiting list. 

Radharaman Temple, Vrindavan

Radharaman Temple in Vrindavan marks its place to be one of the holiest temples and it deserves a visit by the pilgrims. principally, the meaning of Radha Raman is the one who gives pleasure, in this case, Lord Krishna to Radha and it’s yet another name Lord Krishna is called. Radharaman Temple Vrindavan was erected in an action taken by Gopala Bhatta Gosvami. 

It’s believed that ever since 1542, this temple has been worshipped for the belief that Lord Krishna revealed his holy presence during the full moon day of Vaisakhi from a Salagram- Shila. Every time, during this auspicious event, the hero of Lord Krishna is bathed with milk and colorful religious particulars, and further distribute the bathed milk to the addicts as a commemorative blessing, Charanamrita. 

Piecemeal from the deification of Radharaman, other Salagram-Shilas are also worshipped on the same day. In addition, another magnet that you mustn’t fail to notice is the fire in the temple kitchen. It’s said to have been lit for further than 460 times, ever since the establishment of the temple and it serves its purpose in cuisine. 

Madan Mohan Temple, Vrindavan

Located near the Kali Ghat in Vrindavan, Madan Mohan Temple Vrindavan devoted to Sri Krishna is believed to be the oldest temple in Vrindavan that stands 18.288 meters altitudinous. Erected in the time 1580, this sanctum is located within fortified walls on a hillock. 

Despite being in remains, this temple offers a certain sense of charm and every pilgrim wants to visit then. Madan Mohan Temple is artistically sculpted, round in shape, and is erected with red gravestone at Aditya Tila. 

Temple Timings in Winter 

Morning: 07 AM to 12 PM

Evening 04 AM to 08 PM 

Temple Timings in Summer 

Morning 06 AM to 11 AM

Evening 05 PM to 08:30 PM 

Govind Devji Temple, Vrindavan

Despite Jaipur retaining the original Govind Devji deity which had to be removed from Vrindavan during Aurangzeb’s reign, you can still visit this temple and be present amid the godliness. This fabulous Krishna Temple is a red sandstone structure with an architectural beauty that’s easily seen sculpted in its intricate design. 

Substantially excursionists visit Govind DevJi temple Vrindavan to click images of the sanctum that looks like an abandoned palace. It so happens that, after the army of Aurangzeb destroyed the sanctum, out of the seven bottoms only three remained. Nonetheless, the temple of Lord Govinda still remains a towering corner in Vrindavan and one can clearly feel bliss while exploring the ruin of this holy place. 

Temple Timings 

Morning: 05:30 AM to 11 AM

Evening: 04:30 PM to 08 PM 

Jugal Kishore Temple, Vrindavan

During your passage stint to Vrindavan, one of the important pilgrim centers you can visit is Jugal Kishore Temple located by the holy Swash Yamuna. This sanctum has a beautiful structure erected with red sandstone and the crucial magnet of this temple is maybe the Kesi Ghat, which is one of the preferred sacred dip/ bathing places in Vrindavan. 

Jugal Kishore Temple Vrindavan offers a bouncy air, especially during the evening when the lit lights buck up the dark paths and holy chants levitate your soul. And for a rather engaging sight, this temple is best visited during the Aarti time, when it’s a visual delight that’s bound to impress any visitor.