Monkeys in Vrindavan are a familiar sight, especially near temples and busy lanes. They are not aggressive by nature, but they do grab items, so a few habits help.
Simple rules
Keep phones, spectacles, caps and jewellery out of sight or secured. Use a zipped bag, and carry it in front of you. Do not carry food in open hands or loose bags. Do not stare, tease, feed or run from monkeys. Walk calmly, and keep children close.
If a monkey takes something
Do not chase it. A monkey often drops an item if you stay calm and wait. Locals nearby can often help.
If you are bitten or scratched
Wash the wound well with soap and running water for several minutes, then see a doctor promptly. Ask about rabies prevention. Do not delay.
At your hotel
Keep windows and balcony doors closed when you are away, and keep food inside bags or cupboards.
Temples
Use lockers or cloakrooms where available for glasses and other small items, and ask staff for advice.
Our hotel
RK Residency's team can tell you about safe routes and store small items on request. Contact us or see the rooms.[Rooms & Suites — RK Residency Vrindavan](/rooms)[Braj Festival Calendar](/festivals)
Stay where your darshan begins
Browse our rooms and suites in Vrindavan — a short walk from Banke Bihari Mandir, with satvik meals included.
Planning around a festival?
Check our current offers and festival packages — Janmashtami, Holi and Kartik month stays book early.
Our concierge team writes the Braj Journal from first-hand experience — most have lived in Vrindavan for over a decade. Questions about this story? Write to rkresiddency121@gmail.com.
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