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	'''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''', also known as the '''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].<ref name="Homepage">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur \|url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|website=www.iskconjaipur.com \|access-date=28 September 2026}}</ref>		'''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''', also known as the '''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].<ref name="Homepage">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur \|url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|website=www.iskconjaipur.com \|access-date=28 September 2026\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150310042153/http://www.iskconjaipur.com:80/ \|archive-date=2015-03-10 \|url-status=live }}</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==
	The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref name="Inauguration">{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=25 April 2018}}</ref>		The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref name="Inauguration">{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=25 April 2018\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210506084105/https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|archive-date=2021-05-06 \|url-status=live }}</ref>

	The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.<ref name="Inauguration" />		The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.<ref name="Inauguration" />
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	The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using pink stone characteristic of the region.		The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using pink stone characteristic of the region.

	A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery.<ref name="Dandavat">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://www.dandavats.com/?p=73237 \|website=Dandavats \|date=28 March 2019 \|access-date=28 September 2026}}</ref> These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.		A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery.<ref name="Dandavat">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://www.dandavats.com/?p=73237 \|website=Dandavats \|date=28 March 2019 \|access-date=28 September 2026\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190331073829/http://www.dandavats.com:80/?p=73237 \|archive-date=2019-03-31 \|url-status=live }}</ref> These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.

	Each stained glass window comprises over 3,000 individually cut pieces of colored glass. The specialized glass and lead materials were imported, and the construction of the windows was carried out by locally trained artists working under the supervision of artist Colin Greenwood over several years.<ref name="Dandavat" />		Each stained glass window comprises over 3,000 individually cut pieces of colored glass. The specialized glass and lead materials were imported, and the construction of the windows was carried out by locally trained artists working under the supervision of artist Colin Greenwood over several years.<ref name="Dandavat" />
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	== Rath Yatra ==		== Rath Yatra ==
	ISKCON Jaipur also organises the annual [[Ratha Yatra\|Jagannath Ratha Yatra]] similar to other ISKCON temples. During the festival, the procession passes through several major parts of the city.<ref>{{cite news \|title=इस्कॉन जयपुर की ओर से निकली भगवान जगन्नाथ की रथयात्रा: हजारो की संख्या में देशी विदेशी भक्त हुए शामिल, लंदन के फूलों से किया गया भगवान का शृंगार - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/lord-jagannaths-rath-yatra-started-by-iskcon-jaipur-133295634.html \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|work=Dainik Bhaskar \|date=9 July 2024 \|language=hi}}</ref>		ISKCON Jaipur also organises the annual [[Ratha Yatra\|Jagannath Ratha Yatra]] similar to other ISKCON temples. During the festival, the procession passes through several major parts of the city.<ref>{{cite news \|title=इस्कॉन जयपुर की ओर से निकली भगवान जगन्नाथ की रथयात्रा: हजारो की संख्या में देशी विदेशी भक्त हुए शामिल, लंदन के फूलों से किया गया भगवान का शृंगार - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/lord-jagannaths-rath-yatra-started-by-iskcon-jaipur-133295634.html \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|work=Dainik Bhaskar \|date=9 July 2024 \|language=hi\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240710020536/https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/lord-jagannaths-rath-yatra-started-by-iskcon-jaipur-133295634.html \|archive-date=2024-07-10 \|url-status=live }}</ref>

	== References ==		== References ==

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	== History ==		== History ==
	The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=April 25, 2018}}</ref>		The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=April 25, 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur – Giridhari Dauji Temple Timings, Location & Darshan \|url=https://guptvrindavandham.org/temples/iskcon-jaipur/ \|website=guptvrindavandham.org \|language=en}}</ref>

	The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.		The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.

	== Architecture and features ==		== Architecture and features ==
	The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using the region's characteristic pink stone, reflecting the architectural heritage of the "Pink City."		The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using the region's characteristic pink stone, reflecting the architectural heritage of the "Pink City." The 17-story complex features a generous footprint of 3.5 lakh square feet with a 25 thousand square feet grand temple hall.<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.designingbuildings.co.uk/wiki/User:Gupt_Vrindavan_Dham}}</ref>

	A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery. These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.		A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery. These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.

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	* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.		* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.
	* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.		* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.

			== Rath Yatra ==
			ISKCON Jaipur also organises the annual Jagannath Ratha Yatra like other ISKCON temples. The procession passes through several parts of the city.<ref>{{cite news \|title=इस्कॉन जयपुर की ओर से निकली भगवान जगन्नाथ की रथयात्रा: हजारो की संख्या में देशी विदेशी भक्त हुए शामिल, लंदन के फूलों से किया गया भगवान का शृंगार - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/lord-jagannaths-rath-yatra-started-by-iskcon-jaipur-133295634.html \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|work=Dainik Bhaskar \|date=9 July 2024 \|language=hi}}</ref>

	== References ==		== References ==

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	'''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', also known as '''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''' and '''Gupta Vrindavan Dham''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of Mansarovar in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].		'''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', also known as '''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''' and '''Gupta Vrindavan Dham''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].

	== History ==		== History ==
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	== References ==		== References ==
	{{reflist}}		{{reflist}}{{ISKCON}}

	[[Category:Hindu temples in Jaipur]]		[[Category:Hindu temples in Jaipur]]
	[[Category:ISKCON temples in India]]		[[Category:ISKCON temples in India]]
	[[Category:Temples dedicated to Krishna]]		[[Category:Temples dedicated to Krishna]]
	[[Category:Tourist attractions in Jaipur]]		[[Category:Tourist attractions in Jaipur]]

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| name = ISKCON Temple, Jaipur
| temple_name = Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple
| image = File:ISKCON Jaipur.png
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| alt =
| caption = ISKCON Temple at Jaipur
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| location = Dholai, Mansarovar, Jaipur
| state = [[Rajasthan]]
| country = [[India]]
| deity = [[Krishna]] (Giridhari) and [[Balarama]] (Dauji)
| festivals = [[Krishna Janmashtami]], [[Radhashtami]], [[Gaura Purnima]], [[Ratha Yatra]]
| governing_body = [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON)
| architecture = Blend of traditional Rajasthani and contemporary
| consecration_date = May 2018
| website = {{URL|https://www.iskconjaipur.com/}}
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'''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', also known as '''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''' and '''Gupta Vrindavan Dham''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of Mansarovar in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].

== History ==
The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref>{{Cite web |title=Visit Temple |url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/VisitTemple |access-date=September 28, 2026 |website=ISKCON Jaipur}}</ref>

The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.<ref>{{Cite web |title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration |url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration |access-date=September 28, 2026 |website=ISKCON Desire Tree |date=April 25, 2018}}</ref>

== Architecture and features ==
The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using the region's characteristic pink stone, reflecting the architectural heritage of the "Pink City."

A notable feature of the temple is its extensive use of stained glass. The temple houses over 50 handmade stained glass windows that depict various scenes from the [[Puranas]], the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna, and the [[Dashavatara]] (ten primary avatars of Vishnu). The glass used for the artwork was imported from the United States.<ref>{{Cite web |title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World |url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-temple-jaipur-a-window-to-the-spiritual-world |access-date=September 28, 2026 |website=ISKCON Desire Tree |date=March 28, 2019}}</ref>

The primary deities of the temple are Sri Sri Giridhari (Krishna) and Dauji (Balarama). In addition to Krishna and Balarama, the temple also houses the deities of Sri Sri Radha Madan Mohan (Krishna and Radha) and Sri Sri Gaur Nitai ([[Chaitanya Mahaprabhu]] and [[Nityananda]]).<ref>{{Cite web |title=ISKCON Jaipur |url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ |access-date=September 28, 2026 |website=ISKCON Jaipur}}</ref>

== Facilities ==
The ISKCON Jaipur temple complex hosts several facilities for devotees and visitors, including:
* '''Govinda's Restaurant:''' A pure vegetarian restaurant serving sanctified food (''prasadam'').
* '''Guest House:''' Accommodation facilities for visiting pilgrims.
* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.
* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.

== References ==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Hindu temples in Jaipur]]
[[Category:ISKCON temples in India]]
[[Category:Temples dedicated to Krishna]]
[[Category:Tourist attractions in Jaipur]]

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	'''~~Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji~~ Temple''', also known as '''~~ISKCON~~ Temple~~, Jaipur''' and~~ '''Gupta Vrindavan Dham'''<ref>{{cite web \|title=गुप्त वृंदावन धाम में आध्यात्मिक मार्ग पर बड़ी पहल: 335 भक्तों ने लिया श्रील प्रभुपाद का आश्रय, 5 स्तरों में करेंगे 16 माला तक जप - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/big-initiative-on-the-spiritual-path-in-iskcon-temple-335-devotees-took-shelter-of-srila-prabhupada-134837307.html \|website=Dainik Bhaskar \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|language=hi \|date=14 April 2025 \|trans-title=A major initiative on the spiritual path at Gupt Vrindavan Dham: 335 devotees have taken shelter of Srila Prabhupada and will progress through five levels to chant up to 16 rounds.}}</ref>, is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].<ref name="Homepage">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur \|url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|website=www.iskconjaipur.com \|~~archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250126091942/https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|archive~~-date=~~26 January 2025~~}}</ref>
			'''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''', also known as the '''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].<ref name="Homepage">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur \|url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|website=www.iskconjaipur.com \|access-date=28 September 2026}}</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==
	The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=September ~~28,~~ 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=April ~~25,~~ 2018}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur – Giridhari Dauji Temple Timings, Location & Darshan \|url=https://guptvrindavandham.org/temples/iskcon-jaipur/ \|website=guptvrindavandham.org \|language=en}}</ref>		The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref name="Inauguration">{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=25 April 2018}}</ref>

	The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.		The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.<ref name="Inauguration" />

	== Architecture and features ==		== Architecture and features ==
	The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using ~~the region's characteristic~~ pink stone~~, reflecting the architectural heritage~~ of the ~~"Pink City." The 17-story complex features a generous footprint of 3.5 lakh square feet with a 25 thousand square feet grand temple hall.<ref>{{cite web \|url=https://www.designingbuildings.co~~.~~uk/wiki/User:Gupt_Vrindavan_Dham}}</ref>~~		The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using pink stone characteristic of the region.

	A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery. These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.		A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery.<ref name="Dandavat">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://www.dandavats.com/?p=73237 \|website=Dandavats \|date=28 March 2019 \|access-date=28 September 2026}}</ref> These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.

	Each stained glass window comprises over 3,000 individually cut pieces of colored glass. The specialized glass and lead materials were imported, and the construction of the windows was carried out by locally trained artists working under the supervision of artist Colin Greenwood over several years.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-temple-jaipur-a-window-to-the-spiritual-world \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=March 28, 2019}}</ref><ref name="Dandavat" />		Each stained glass window comprises over 3,000 individually cut pieces of colored glass. The specialized glass and lead materials were imported, and the construction of the windows was carried out by locally trained artists working under the supervision of artist Colin Greenwood over several years.<ref name="Dandavat" />

	The primary deities of the temple are Sri Sri Giridhari (Krishna) and Dauji (Balarama). In addition to Krishna and Balarama, the temple also houses the deities of Sri Sri Radha Madan Mohan (Krishna and Radha) and Sri Sri Gaur Nitai ([[Chaitanya Mahaprabhu]] and [[Nityananda]]).		The primary deities of the temple are Sri Sri Giridhari (Krishna) and Dauji (Balarama). In addition to Krishna and Balarama, the temple also houses the deities of Sri Sri Radha Madan Mohan (Krishna and Radha) and Sri Sri Gaur Nitai ([[Chaitanya Mahaprabhu]] and [[Nityananda]]).<ref name="Homepage" />

	== Facilities ==		== Facilities ==
	The ISKCON Jaipur temple complex hosts several facilities for devotees and visitors, including:		The ISKCON Jaipur temple complex hosts several facilities for devotees and visitors, including:
	* '''Govinda's Restaurant:''' A pure vegetarian restaurant serving sanctified food (''prasadam'').		* '''Govinda's Restaurant:''' A pure vegetarian restaurant serving sanctified food (''prasadam'').
	* '''Guest House:''' Accommodation facilities for visiting pilgrims.~~<ref name="Dandavat">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://www.dandavats.com/?p=73237}}</ref>~~		* '''Guest House:''' Accommodation facilities for visiting pilgrims.
	* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.		* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.
	* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.		* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.

	== Rath Yatra ==		== Rath Yatra ==
	ISKCON Jaipur also organises the annual Jagannath Ratha Yatra ~~like~~ other ISKCON temples. ~~The~~ procession passes through several parts of the city.<ref>{{cite news \|title=इस्कॉन जयपुर की ओर से निकली भगवान जगन्नाथ की रथयात्रा: हजारो की संख्या में देशी विदेशी भक्त हुए शामिल, लंदन के फूलों से किया गया भगवान का शृंगार - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/lord-jagannaths-rath-yatra-started-by-iskcon-jaipur-133295634.html \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|work=Dainik Bhaskar \|date=9 July 2024 \|language=hi}}</ref>		ISKCON Jaipur also organises the annual [[Ratha Yatra\|Jagannath Ratha Yatra]] similar to other ISKCON temples. During the festival, the procession passes through several major parts of the city.<ref>{{cite news \|title=इस्कॉन जयपुर की ओर से निकली भगवान जगन्नाथ की रथयात्रा: हजारो की संख्या में देशी विदेशी भक्त हुए शामिल, लंदन के फूलों से किया गया भगवान का शृंगार - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/lord-jagannaths-rath-yatra-started-by-iskcon-jaipur-133295634.html \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|work=Dainik Bhaskar \|date=9 July 2024 \|language=hi}}</ref>

	== References ==		== References ==
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	'''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', also known as '''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''' and '''Gupta Vrindavan Dham''', is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].		'''Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple''', also known as '''ISKCON Temple, Jaipur''' and '''Gupta Vrindavan Dham'''<ref>{{cite web \|title=गुप्त वृंदावन धाम में आध्यात्मिक मार्ग पर बड़ी पहल: 335 भक्तों ने लिया श्रील प्रभुपाद का आश्रय, 5 स्तरों में करेंगे 16 माला तक जप - Jaipur News \|url=https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jaipur/news/big-initiative-on-the-spiritual-path-in-iskcon-temple-335-devotees-took-shelter-of-srila-prabhupada-134837307.html \|website=Dainik Bhaskar \|access-date=28 September 2026 \|language=hi \|date=14 April 2025 \|trans-title=A major initiative on the spiritual path at Gupt Vrindavan Dham: 335 devotees have taken shelter of Srila Prabhupada and will progress through five levels to chant up to 16 rounds.}}</ref>, is a Hindu temple located in the Dholai village area of [[Mansarovar (Jaipur)\|Mansarovar]] in [[Jaipur]], [[Rajasthan]], India. Managed by the [[International Society for Krishna Consciousness]] (ISKCON), the temple is dedicated to the worship of the deities [[Krishna]] and his elder brother [[Balarama]].<ref name="Homepage">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur \|url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|website=www.iskconjaipur.com \|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250126091942/https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|archive-date=26 January 2025}}</ref>

	== History ==		== History ==
	The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=~~Visit~~ Temple \|url=https://~~www.iskconjaipur~~.com/~~VisitTemple~~ \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON ~~Jaipur~~}}</ref>		The inspiration for the temple originated from [[A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada]], the founder-acharya of ISKCON. In a letter dated July 13, 1975, Prabhupada expressed his desire to establish a Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur, similar to the prominent ISKCON temple in [[Vrindavan]].<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=April 25, 2018}}</ref>

	The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-jaipur-temple-inauguration \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=April 25, 2018}}</ref>		The ISKCON Jaipur project formally began in 1991. Over the years, the temple underwent various phases of land acquisition and construction. The grand inauguration of the completed temple complex and the ''Pran Pratishtha'' (deity installation ceremony) took place in May 2018, fulfilling Prabhupada's vision for a Krishna Balarama Mandir in the city.

	== Architecture and features ==		== Architecture and features ==
	The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using the region's characteristic pink stone, reflecting the architectural heritage of the "Pink City."		The temple's architecture is a blend of traditional Rajasthani design and contemporary building styles. The main structure is predominantly built using the region's characteristic pink stone, reflecting the architectural heritage of the "Pink City."

	A ~~notable feature~~ of the temple is its extensive ~~use~~ of stained glass. The ~~temple houses~~ over 50 ~~handmade~~ stained glass windows ~~that depict~~ various ~~scenes from~~ the [[~~Puranas~~]], the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna, ~~and the [[Dashavatara]] (ten primary avatars~~ of ~~Vishnu). The glass used for~~ the ~~artwork was imported from the United States~~.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-temple-jaipur-a-window-to-the-spiritual-world \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=March 28, 2019}}</ref>		A prominent architectural highlight of the temple is its extensive integration of stained glass art—a feature more commonly found in Western Gothic architecture. The shrine features over 50 large stained glass panels (measuring approximately 11 feet high and 4 feet wide) that serve as a Vedic art gallery. These windows illustrate various chapters of Hindu scriptures, including the [[Dashavatara]] (ten avatars of Vishnu), the ''leelas'' (divine pastimes) of Krishna such as Govardhan Lila and Kaliya Lila, as well as depictions of the guardian deities Jaya and Vijaya.

	The primary deities of the temple are Sri Sri Giridhari (Krishna) and Dauji (Balarama). In addition to Krishna and Balarama, the temple also houses the deities of Sri Sri Radha Madan Mohan (Krishna and Radha) and Sri Sri Gaur Nitai ([[Chaitanya Mahaprabhu]] and [[Nityananda]]).~~<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Jaipur \|url=https://www.iskconjaipur.com/ \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Jaipur}}</ref>~~		Each stained glass window comprises over 3,000 individually cut pieces of colored glass. The specialized glass and lead materials were imported, and the construction of the windows was carried out by locally trained artists working under the supervision of artist Colin Greenwood over several years.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://iskcondesiretree.com/profiles/blogs/iskcon-temple-jaipur-a-window-to-the-spiritual-world \|access-date=September 28, 2026 \|website=ISKCON Desire Tree \|date=March 28, 2019}}</ref><ref name="Dandavat" />

			The primary deities of the temple are Sri Sri Giridhari (Krishna) and Dauji (Balarama). In addition to Krishna and Balarama, the temple also houses the deities of Sri Sri Radha Madan Mohan (Krishna and Radha) and Sri Sri Gaur Nitai ([[Chaitanya Mahaprabhu]] and [[Nityananda]]).

	== Facilities ==		== Facilities ==
	The ISKCON Jaipur temple complex hosts several facilities for devotees and visitors, including:		The ISKCON Jaipur temple complex hosts several facilities for devotees and visitors, including:
	* '''Govinda's Restaurant:''' A pure vegetarian restaurant serving sanctified food (''prasadam'').		* '''Govinda's Restaurant:''' A pure vegetarian restaurant serving sanctified food (''prasadam'').
	* '''Guest House:''' Accommodation facilities for visiting pilgrims.		* '''Guest House:''' Accommodation facilities for visiting pilgrims.<ref name="Dandavat">{{cite web \|title=ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World \|url=https://www.dandavats.com/?p=73237}}</ref>
	* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.		* '''Jaipur Institute for Higher Education (JIHE):''' An educational initiative offering courses such as ''Bhakti Sastri'' and other Vedic studies.
	* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.		* '''Gaushala:''' A cow protection shelter maintained by the temple in the Dholai village.

	== References ==		== References ==
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	[[Category:ISKCON temples in India]]		[[Category:ISKCON temples in India]]
	[[Category:Temples dedicated to Krishna]]		[[Category:Temples dedicated to Krishna]]
	[[Category:Tourist attractions in Jaipur]]		[[Category:Tourist attractions in Jaipur]]