ISKCON
ISKCON Bangalore (Sri Radha Krishnachandra Temple)
Hare Krishna Hill, Rajajinagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
One of the largest ISKCON complexes in the world, blending modern and traditional architecture
At a glance
- Location
- Hare Krishna Hill, Rajajinagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
- Presiding deity
- Sri Radha Krishnachandra
- Temple type
- ISKCON
- Tradition
- Vaishnava
- Nearest railway station
- Bengaluru City (Krantivira Sangolli Rayanna) railway station (~6 km)
- Nearest airport
- Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (~45 km)
- Best time to visit
- October to February; Janmashtami is celebrated with special festivities.
History
Bangalore's ISKCON temple, popularly known as "Hare Krishna Hill," was established in 1997 and is one of the largest and most-visited ISKCON complexes in the world. Its architecture blends traditional Dravidian style with modern design elements, including a golden spire and an expansive main hall.
Spiritual significance
The complex also includes a large exhibition centre, bookstore, and dining hall, and is counted among Bengaluru's most popular spiritual and tourist destinations.
Plan your visit
Darshan timings
7:15 AM to 8:30 PM, with a brief afternoon break.
Timings change on festivals and special occasions. Confirm with the temple's official source before you travel.
From Bengaluru City station, the temple is roughly a 20-25 minute taxi or auto ride away; the nearest metro station, Mahalakshmi (Purple Line), is about 1 km from the temple.
Continue your Krishna bhakti
Devotional texts for this deity, already on the site.