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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= | 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. | 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 | 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]]). | 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: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]] | ||
Revision as of 17:24, 28 September 2026
| ISKCON Temple, Jaipur | |
|---|---|
 ISKCON Temple at Jaipur | |
  Location within Rajasthan | |
| Religion | |
| Deity | Krishna (Giridhari) and Balarama (Dauji) |
| Governing body | International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) |
| Location | |
| Location | Dholai, Mansarovar, Jaipur |
| State | Rajasthan |
| Country | India |
| Coordinates | 26°50′15″N 75°45′33″E / 26.8375°N 75.7592°E |
Sri Sri Giridhari Dauji Temple, also known as ISKCON Temple, Jaipur and Gupta Vrindavan Dham[1], 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.[2]
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.[3]
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
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 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.
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.[4][5]
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
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.[5]
- 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
- ↑ "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" [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.]. Dainik Bhaskar (in हिन्दी). 14 April 2025. Retrieved 28 September 2026.
- ↑ "ISKCON Jaipur". www.iskconjaipur.com. Archived from the original on 26 January 2025.
- ↑ "ISKCON Jaipur Temple Inauguration". ISKCON Desire Tree. April 25, 2018. Retrieved September 28, 2026.
- ↑ "ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World". ISKCON Desire Tree. March 28, 2019. Retrieved September 28, 2026.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 "ISKCON Temple, Jaipur: A Window To The Spiritual World".
