Prem Mandir Vrindavan

Prem Mandir, which means Temple of Love, is a beautiful Hindu temple located in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. It is a spiritual place built by Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj and is managed by Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat. The temple is spread over 55 acres of land and is dedicated to Radha Krishna and Sita Ram.

The temple is known for its peaceful atmosphere and spiritual beauty. On the first floor, you can see the divine idols of Radha Krishna, and on the second floor, the idols of Sita Ram are worshipped. The outer walls of the temple show different Leelas (divine pastimes) of Lord Krishna and other saints, carved in great detail.

The foundation stone of Prem Mandir was laid on January 14, 2001, by Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj in front of thousands of followers. It took around 12 years to complete the construction, with over 1000 artisans working on it.

To purify the temple site, Shri Maharaj collected holy water from 108 sacred rivers and places, which was used in a special ceremony called Kalash Yatra. After that, the temple was blessed and became a holy space for worship. Devotees visiting the temple often chant “Radhe Radhe” with great devotion.

Prem Mandir is not just a place of worship but a symbol of divine love. Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj named it "Prem Mandir" to show that love is the greatest power, and Radha Krishna are the true forms of love. It is one of the few temples named after the emotion it represents Prem (Love).

• Prem Mandir is made from pure Italian white marble. The temple is 125 feet high, 190 feet long, and sits on a platform that is 128 feet wide.

• Here are some amazing facts about its structure:

• The outer walls have 48 carved panels showing the pastimes of Radha Krishna.

• There is a parikrama path (walkway) around the temple so visitors can walk around and admire its carvings.

• The temple walls are 3.25 feet thick, and the inner sanctum (garbha-griha) walls are 8 feet thick to support the huge dome (shikhar) and golden flag.

• 84 panels decorate the front walls of the temple.

• The temple also has beautiful images showing the Leelas and miracles of Lord Krishna.

Visitors can join the temple activities at different times of the day: Temple opens: 05:30 AM – 12:00 PM, 04:30 PM – 08:30 PM

Morning Aarti & Parikrama: 05:30 AM – 06:30 AM Morning Bhog: 06:30 AM – 07:00 AM Morning Darshan Aarti: 08:30 AM – 11:30 AM Second Bhog: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM Evening Aarti & Darshan: 04:30 PM – 05:30 PM Evening Bhog: 05:30 PM – 06:00 PM Evening Parikrama: 07:00 PM – 08:00 PM Final Evening Aarti: 08:10 PM – 08:30 PM

Devotees can offer Makhan (butter), Mishri (rock sugar), Peda, Burfi, and flowers to the deities.

By Air: The nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi, about 160 km away. It takes around 3 hours by taxi to reach Vrindavan.

By Train: Vrindavan has a small station, but most trains stop at Mathura Cantt, which is 12 km away. You can take a taxi, auto-rickshaw, or local train from Mathura to Vrindavan.

By Road: Vrindavan is well connected by road. You can take a direct bus from Delhi or drive through National Highway 44 or the Yamuna Expressway.

Prem Mandir is not just a temple – it’s a symbol of divine love and devotion. With its stunning marble architecture, spiritual vibes, and detailed carvings of Krishna Leela, it offers a unique experience to every devotee and tourist. Whether you're visiting for darshan, Aarti, or just to find peace, Prem Mandir is a must-visit when in Vrindavan.