Can I perform special poojas at this temple?

Yes, the temple accepts bookings for special poojas. Various poojas are available including Laksharchana, Abhishekam, Special Darshan, Homa/Havan, and other rituals. Please contact the temple administration in advance to schedule your pooja. It's advisable to book early, especially during festival seasons.

What is the best time to visit to avoid crowds?

Weekday mornings (early morning hours) are generally less crowded. Avoid visiting during major festivals, weekends, and public holidays if you prefer a quieter experience. However, visiting during festivals offers a unique spiritual atmosphere with special decorations and rituals.

Is there a dress code for visiting the temple?

Modest traditional attire preferred. Remove shoes before entering (paid shoe-keeping available). No shorts or revealing clothes. Traditional Indian wear recommended. Can be extremely crowded, especially during festivals and weekends.

Is parking available at the temple?

Yes, parking facilities are available at the temple premises. However, during festival seasons and special occasions, parking may be limited, so it's advisable to arrive early or use public transportation.

Is the temple accessible for people with disabilities?

VERY CROWDED - limited accessibility during peak times. Narrow lanes leading to temple. Not ideal for wheelchairs during crowded times. Early morning visits recommended for elderly. Separate queue for women and senior citizens sometimes available.

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🕉️ Banke Bihari Temple - Timings & Rituals

Q: What are the temple timings?

The temple is open Variable by season. Generally: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM (breaks between darshans). Darshan timings are: Morning: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM, Evening: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Multiple breaks for deity's rest, food offerings, and decoration changes. Timings vary by season (summer, winter, monsoon) and festivals. Mangala Aarti before regular hours (select days). Check current timings before visiting.. It's advisable to visit during darshan hours for the best spiritual experience.

Q: What are the special days to visit this temple?

The temple celebrates several festivals throughout the year. Major festivals include: Holi (Phoolon ki Holi), Krishna Janmashtami, Radha Ashtami, Sharad Purnima (Raas Leela), Jhulan Yatra, Annakut. Festival dates vary each year according to the Hindu calendar. Visiting during these festivals offers a unique spiritual experience with special rituals and celebrations.

Complete information about temple timings, daily schedule, special days, festivals, poojas, and rituals

ℹ️ Note: The information provided below is general information about the temple. We do not have real-time information regarding crowd levels and the time it takes for darshan at any given time. We will keep this information updated when we have access to it.

🕒 Temple Timings

⏰ Opening Hours

Variable by season. Generally: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM (breaks between darshans)

🙏 Darshan Timings

Morning: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM, Evening: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM. Multiple breaks for deity's rest, food offerings, and decoration changes. Timings vary by season (summer, winter, monsoon) and festivals. Mangala Aarti before regular hours (select days). Check current timings before visiting.

💰 Entry Fee

Free (No entry fee). VIP darshan tickets available for faster access during peak times.

🚗 Parking

✓ Available

📅 Daily Schedule & Rituals

Frequent Jhanki darshans with curtain opening and closing, multiple daily decoration changes, Shringar (adornment) rituals, Rajbhog offering, Sandhya Aarti, special abhishekam on important days, no traditional bell ringing, continuous kirtan singing

✨ Special Traditions

Unique curtain (Jhanki) darshan system with frequent opening and closing to limit intense eye contact, deity's feet never shown to devotees, no bells in the temple for Krishna's rest, multiple daily costume and decoration changes, the belief that Banke Bihari still performs night leelas at Nidhivan, combining visit with Nidhivan temple where photography is prohibited after sunset

🍽️ Prasada Information

Traditional prasadam including peda, makhan mishri, seasonal fruits, panchamrit, and various sweets. Famous Vrindavan pedas available from shops near the temple

⭐ Special Days

🎉 Major Festivals

Holi (Phoolon ki Holi) Krishna Janmashtami Radha Ashtami Sharad Purnima (Raas Leela) Jhulan Yatra Annakut

📆 Festival Dates

Holi: February-March (Phoolon ki Holi week before regular Holi), Janmashtami: August-September, Radha Ashtami: September, Sharad Purnima: October, Jhulan Yatra: July-August, Annakut: October-November

🎊 Special Events

Daily Jhulan (swing) seva, special decorations on Ekadashi, monthly Purnima celebrations, elaborate festival decorations, night-long kirtans during special occasions

🌸 Seasonal Celebrations

Hindola (swing) during monsoon, special winter attire, summer cooling arrangements, Kartik month celebrations with deepdan

📅 Upcoming Events

🎊

Annual Temple Festival

Festival

Grand celebration with special poojas, cultural programs, and devotional activities.

📅 To be announced

⏰ All day

🙏

Special Abhishekam

Ritual

Monthly special abhishekam ceremony with milk, honey, and other sacred offerings.

📅 Every Purnima (Full Moon Day)

⏰ 6:00 AM - 8:00 AM

🕉️ Available Poojas & Rituals

🙏 Laksharchana

A special pooja performed with the chanting of the deity's name one lakh times, bringing peace, prosperity, and spiritual blessings.

⏱️ Duration: 2-3 hours

💰 Starting from ₹5,000

Benefits:

Removes obstacles, brings prosperity, fulfills wishes, and grants divine blessings.

🕉️ Abhishekam

Sacred bathing ceremony of the deity with milk, honey, ghee, curd, and other pure substances, followed by special pooja.

⏱️ Duration: 1 hour

💰 Starting from ₹1,000

Benefits:

Purifies the mind, removes negative energies, brings health and spiritual growth.

🌟 Special Darshan

Exclusive close darshan with special decorations, archana, and personalized blessings from the priests.

⏱️ Duration: 30 minutes

💰 Starting from ₹500

Benefits:

Personal connection with the deity, special blessings, and peaceful darshan experience.

🔥 Homa/Havan

Sacred fire ritual performed by qualified priests with chanting of mantras and offerings to the sacred fire.

⏱️ Duration: 2 hours

💰 Starting from ₹3,000

Benefits:

Purifies the environment, removes obstacles, brings prosperity and spiritual upliftment.

Frequently Asked Questions

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📋 Quick Reference

🕒 Opening Hours

Variable by season. Generally: 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM (breaks between darshans)

🙏 Darshan Timings

💰 Entry Fee

Free (No entry fee). VIP darshan tickets available for faster access during peak times.

🚗 Parking

✓ Available

📍 Location

Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh

🕉️ Primary Deity

Banke Bihari (Lord Krishna)

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💡 Visiting Tips

• Visit early morning for peaceful darshan
• Book poojas in advance during festivals
• Follow temple dress code guidelines
• Keep mobile phones silent
• Respect temple customs and rituals