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Entry Fee & Ticket
Timings:- This is Open from Morning 04:00 AM to 05:30 PM. Entry Fee:- No Entry Fee | No Entry Fee
Opening Time & Days
ISKCON opening and closing timings is 4:30 AM to 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
Open Days
ISKCON is open to visitors every day.
Best Time to Visit
January, February, March, April
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How to Reach ISKCON Kolkata
Here's the closest transport hub for each option, with the distance from ISKCON Kolkata.
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16.0 km awayBy air · Nearest AirportFly into Kolkata Airport
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3.3 km awayBy rail · Nearest Railway StationTake a train to Tollygunge Railway Station
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5.6 km awayBy road · Nearest Bus TerminalCatch a bus from Tollygunge Tram Depot
About ISKCON Kolkata
ISKCON Kolkata was established in 1970 by His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the founder of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness. The temple has since been a hub for spiritual activities, cultural programs, and community service in Kolkata.
Architecture of ISKCON Kolkata
The architecture of ISKCON Kolkata is a fusion of traditional and modern elements. The temple boasts an elegant white marble structure with intricate carvings, domes, and spires that are characteristic of many ISKCON temples around the world. The main temple hall features a beautifully adorned altar where the deities of Radha and Krishna are worshiped. The temple also includes a spacious prayer hall, a meditation garden, and a vegetarian restaurant.
Interesting facts about ISKCON Kolkata
- Daily activities at the temple include kirtans (devotional songs), lectures on Vedic scriptures, and arati (worship rituals).The temple is known for its charity work, including free distribution of food to the needy, educational initiatives, and spiritual counseling services.ISKCON Kolkata hosts various festivals and events throughout the year, with Janmashtami (Lord Krishna's appearance day) being a major celebration.
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