About ISKCON Temple, Faridabad
ISKCON Temple Faridabad, also known as Sri Sri Radha Govind Temple, is a Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Krishna and Radha located in Sector 37, Ashoka Enclave, Faridabad, Haryana. Managed by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), it is known for its white marble architecture, daily worship, aarti and kirtan programs, and major festivals like Janmashtami and Radhashtami attracting devotees from Delhi NCR.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a peaceful temple complex with a main prayer hall housing the deities of Sri Sri Radha Govind, ornate altars, and devotional chanting. The premises include a courtyard, prasadam hall, gift shop selling devotional books and items, and spaces for meditation and attending Bhagavad Gita discourses. The atmosphere is devotional with regular aarti, kirtan, and darshan timings throughout the day.
Key highlights
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Main shrine of Sri Sri Radha Govind with ornate decoration
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White marble architecture with traditional North Indian temple style
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Daily Mangala Aarti, Darshan and evening kirtan programs
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Major celebrations during Janmashtami, Radhashtami and Gaura Purnima
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Prasadam hall and Govinda's restaurant serving vegetarian food
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Book store and gift shop with Bhagavad Gita and devotional literature
History of ISKCON Temple, Faridabad
The temple is operated by the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966. The Faridabad centre was established to promote Krishna consciousness in the industrial city and serves as a religious and cultural centre for devotees in Haryana and Delhi NCR.
Culture & Context
The temple is an important centre for Gaudiya Vaishnavism and Krishna devotion. It hosts daily worship, Bhagavad Gita classes, spiritual discourses, and major Vaishnava festivals such as Sri Krishna Janmashtami, Radhashtami, and Gaura Purnima, drawing large congregations for devotional gatherings and community service.
Route
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