All this makes Vrindavan one of the most magnificent religious destinations in India and also in the world. The city is most vibrant and beautiful during the holy Hindu festivals of Lord Krishna’s birthday known as Janmashtami and Holi- the festival of colours.
Top 5 Places To Visit In Vrindavan 1. Prem Mandir Prem Mandir One of the largest temples to visit in Vrindavan is the temple of love, or Prem Mandir, dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna and Goddess Radha. The temple is relatively new, its foundation stone was laid in 2001 and was opened to all by 2012. The construction of this vast temple cost about INR 150 crores. Prem Mandir is spread over a sprawling 54 acres of land.One of the most beautiful tourist attractions in Vrindavan is the Sri Radha Damodar Temple located in Loi Bazaar, close to Seva Kunj. The temple was established in 1542 by a Guru Srila Jiva Goswami. The deities worshipped in the Damodar Mandir were gifted to Srila Jiva by His master, Srila Rupa Goswami Prabhupada. This temple also suffered significant destruction at the attack of Aurangzeb, after which the idols were shifted to Jaipur until 1739.
There are two prominent divisions inside the temple- the prayer hall or bhajankutir, and the Samadhi hall of Srila Rupa Goswami and many other Goswamis.
ISKCON, Vrindavan is one of the most popular temples in India. It is also popularly called the Krishna Balaram Mandir. The temple was constructed in the year 1975. The temple is raised with the sole purpose of educating people on the Vedas and the Bhagavad Gita.
The inside of the temple has three altars for the Gods Sri Gaura Nitai, Balaram, Krishna, and Radha Shyamsundar. Upon entering, a vast white marble archway leads to the samadhi of Srila Prabhupada, founder of ISKCON. The temple doors are also gigantic in size and wholly carved from wood. You will be able to witness the beautiful and harmonious music of the prayers, called kirtans, accompanied by harmoniums while the devotees dance to it. ISKCON also provides residence at a cost, so if you want an accommodation here, you can book it online on their website.
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