The Sri Sri Radha Govind Dham ISKCON temple in Ahmedabad is a prominent spiritual hub with intricately designed shrines of Lord Krishna and Radha, featuring traditional Indian temple architecture and hosting various spiritual and cultural events.
ISCON, founded in 1966 by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, promotes devotion (bhakti) to Lord Krishna through teachings from the Bhagavad Gita. It offers spiritual classes, devotional singing sessions (kirtans), and vegetarian meals globally, emphasizing karma, reincarnation, and the pursuit of divine love for liberation.
History and Key facts about the ISKCON temple in Ahmedabad:
- Founded by H.G Jashomatinandan Das in 1975 to expand Krishna Consciousness in Gujarat.
- Initially installed deities of Gaur-Nitai in a space near the Old Passport office, then shifted to Nityananda Ashram in Odhav.
- Construction of the present ISKCON temple began in 1984 and was inaugurated in 1997.
- Temple covers 25,000 sq. ft. on four acres of land, blending Sompura and Rajasthan architectural styles.
- Features ornate stone-clad pillars, intricately carved windows, marble floor with colored granite designs, and a Jaipur-style ceiling with fiberglass bas-reliefs of Krsna’s pastimes.
Darshan Timings at Iskcon Temple Ahmedabad
04:30 am : Mangala Arati
05:15 am : Tulsi Puja
07:15 am : Sringar Darshan
07:30 am : Guru Puja
08:00 am : Bhagavatam Discourse
12:30 pm : Raj Bhoga Arati
04:00 pm : Uthapana Arati
06:30 pm : Sandhya Arati
08:20 pm : Shayana Arati
The ISKCON temple Ahmedabad Guest House has specific rules and regulations for visitors:
- Membership Card: Bring your ISKCON Life Membership Card during arrival.
- ID Proof: Government ID proof (Aadhar, Passport, Voter ID) for all visitors/members is mandatory for accommodation.
- Check-in/Check-out: Check-in at 12 PM, check-out at 10 AM.
- Occupancy: Maximum 3 adults per room; all rooms are double-bedded. Extra bed available at an additional charge.
- Couples: Unmarried couples are not allowed. Married couples must carry government IDs or marriage proof.
- Prohibited Items: Items like tea, coffee, onion, garlic, outside food, alcohol, smoking, meat, eggs, fish, gambling are not allowed.
- Tariffs: Regular visitors pay ₹2,250/- (excluding GST). ISKCON Life Members pay ₹950/- (excluding GST) for the first 3 days annually, then regular tariff applies.
- Booking: Contact +91-9879870640 for bookings.
Restaurant at ISKCON temple Ahmedabad
Govinda’s Restaurant is an ISKCON Restaurant in Ahmedabad promoting pure vegetarianism with delicious Prasadam. It offers sattvic cuisines in a gazebo-styled fine dining setting, serving over 350 delicacies to more than 250 guests. Operating hours are from 11.00 AM to 3.30 PM and 7.00 PM to 11.00 PM daily, with a Banquet Hall available for events.
ISKCON Ahmedabad Temple Contact details
Address : Sarkhej – Gandhinagar HIghway, Near BRTS Bus Stop, Satellite, Ahmedabad, Gujarat – 380054, India.
On Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/iskconahmedabad
Email id : iskconamd@gmail.com
Phone number : 079-297029422
