Iskcon Temple
Iskcon Temple in Mumbai is one of the 400 Iskcon temples across the world. ISKCON stands for International Society of Krishna Consciousness. Established in 1978, this temple is also known as the Hare Rama Hare Krishna Temple. This name dates back to the fact that the temple was established under the Hare Krishna Movement founded by his Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada.Made of white marble, Iskcon Temple is very spacious and has an inbuilt publishing house, guest house and a restaurant serving Vaishnavite food. The walls of the temple are adorned with beautiful paintings. Aimed to preach the sayings of Bhagwad Gita, this temple has Radha Rasabihariji as its presiding deity.The best time to visit the Iskcon Temple us during the celebration of Lord Krishna's birthday, which falls in the month of August or September. Millions of devotees from all over the world visit the temple during Janmashtami. Daily spiritual courses are also available in the temple, a major highlight of which is the robot show demonstrating religious knowledge.Nearest train stations to the temple are Vile Parle (West) or Andheri (West). From either of the two, auto rickshaws and taxis are available to travel to the site.
ISKCON, Chand Society, Juhu, Hare Krishna Land, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400049, India
+91 22 2620 6860
022 2620 6860
http://www.iskconmumbai.com/