ISKCON Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir
Founded by Srila Prabhupada in 1975, ISKCON Vrindavan is the international heart of Gaudiya Vaishnavism.
History & significance
ISKCON Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir was established by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1975, on the spot where Krishna and Balarama once played with their cowherd friends. The temple houses deities of Krishna-Balaram, Radha-Shyamasundar, and Gaura-Nitai. The evening sandhya aarti here is a transcendent experience — kartals, mridanga drums, and a kirtan that often runs past 8:30 PM. The temple complex includes the Samadhi of Prabhupada, a guesthouse, a pure-vegetarian restaurant (Govinda's), and the Vrindavan Institute for Higher Education. International devotees will find English-speaking guides and a 24-hour kirtan hall.
Highlights
- Founded 1975 by Srila Prabhupada — ISKCON's flagship Vrindavan temple
- Deities: Krishna-Balaram, Radha-Shyamasundar, Gaura-Nitai
- Evening sandhya aarti with kirtan past 8:30 PM
- Prabhupada's Samadhi mandir on-site
- Govinda's pure-vegetarian restaurant inside the complex
Pilgrim tips from our concierge
- Sandhya aarti at 7 PM is the most atmospheric time to visit
- Shoes must be removed at the entrance (free shoe stall available)
- Photography allowed in the courtyard, not inside the sanctum
- International visitors can request an English guide at the office
Reserve a private darshan pass, English-speaking guide or temple transfers through our front desk.
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