Delhi, the capital
city of India is a tourist's delight. It houses so many attractions that insist
travellers to explore the city anew on their every visit to it. Among many
acclaimed tourist attractions of Delhi, ISKCON Temple deserves a
special mention. Built by ISKCON group, it is among the 40 famous temples in
India. People also call it Sri Radha Parthasarathi Mandir. This sacred site
positions itself at Hari Krishna Hill in East of Kailash area.
Fascinated by its
exquisite architectural grandeur, tourists from different corners of the world
visit the temple. The astounding construction of the temple heightens up to 90
feet above ground level. Tourists can explore the temple with Delhi tourism,
which is the most revered site for Vaishnavites. Established in 1998, this
sacred spot was founded by Acharya Bhaktivedanta Swami rabhupada.
The aim of the
spiritual establishment is to propagate spiritual learning in society. It is
based on the Hindu scripture of Bhagavad-gita. Counted among the popular pilgrimages
of Delhi, it is located amidst green gardens. The shrine also houses the
aesthetically beautiful idols of Sri Rama, Lakshman, Hanumanan, Sri Radha
Krishna Parthasarathi and Sri Gaura Nitai. Reflecting in its exterior and
interior decoration, its architectural beauty captures the visitors' attention.
It also houses an air-conditioned hall to facilitate around 1500 people to
perform the rituals.
With ISKCON
temple travel, you can also see its artistic collection of paintings. These
paintings display several occasions related to Hindu mythological characters of
Radha-Krishna, Sita-Ram, Laxman, Hanuman and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
ISKCON temple
Delhi houses three main
shrines, dedicated to Radha-Krishna, Sita-Ram and Guara-Nitai, situated inside
a far-stretched hall. Adorned with colourful attires and precious gold and
silver jewellery, these idols speak volume about their sculptured beauty.
Held in the hall
lectures of the temple, kirtans and lectures illuminate the soul of devotees.
The ongoing divine chant of 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna' rather multiplies the
calmness. This sacred shrine also houses a museum inside. Among the popular Delhi
pilgrimages, it is also worth to pay a visit because of its scenic
paintings and remarkable objects that offer deep insight of spirituality in
India. It also reflects the Indian history. Visitors can also find lucid
explanation of Hindu epics such as Ramayana and Mahabharata.
Take an ISKCON temple tour to enjoy the light
& sound show and the robot show that throws light on the different
religious thoughts in an easy manner. The temple remains open on all days.
Visitors can attend the Morning Prayer or evening prayer.
Unlike other
temples in Delhi, ISKCON Temple takes you to a world of calmness and
exploration. Holding an important seat in Delhi Tourism, the temple
attracts all types of travellers from different corners of the world.
