ISKCON Temple, also known as Sri Sri Radha Govind Temple, is a sprawling religious complex in Faridabad, Haryana. It is part of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), a global Gaudiya Vaishnava Hindu religious organization. The temple is dedicated to the Hindu deities Radha and Krishna, and it is a popular pilgrimage destination for devotees from all over India.
The temple complex includes a prayer hall, a temple building with a sanctum sanctorum housing the idols of Radha and Krishna, and a guest house. The temple is known for its beautiful architecture and its serene atmosphere. Visitors to the temple can participate in aarti (worship ceremonies), attend lectures on Hindu scriptures, or simply relax and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the surroundings.
Here’s how to get to ISKCON Temple:
By Car: The temple is located in Ashoka Enclave II, Sector 37, Faridabad. If you are coming from Delhi, you can take the Mathura Road (NH 2) and then take the exit for Faridabad. Follow the signs for Sector 37 and Ashoka Enclave II.
By Public Transport: The nearest metro station is Faridabad HUDA City Centre Station on the Blue Line. From there, you can take an auto rickshaw or taxi to the temple.
Here are some things to keep in mind when visiting ISKCON Temple:
The temple is open daily from 4:30 AM to 1:00 PM and from 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM.
There is no dress code, but visitors are expected to dress modestly. Shoes are not allowed inside the temple complex.
Photography is not allowed inside the temple sanctum.
There is a restaurant on the temple premises that serves vegetarian food.