Famous temples in Hyderabad for Krishna Janmashtami celebrations

Hyderabad: If you want to celebrate Krishna Janmashtami, also known as Krishnashtami or Janmashtami, in Hyderabad, there are several famous temples that offer grand festivities and a spiritual experience. Each of these temples has its own unique charm and significance, providing a wonderful opportunity to take part in the celebrations of Lord Krishna’s birth anniversary. Devotees can seek blessings from Lord Krishna, also known as Shyam. Here are some of the most prominent temples where you can immerse yourself in the vibrant and sacred atmosphere of Janmashtami:

1. Abids ISKCON Temple

Location: Hare Krishna Land, Nampally Station Road, Abids, Hyderabad, Telangana

Details: Swami Prabhupada inaugurated this temple, Hyderabad’s South Indian headquarters for ISKCON. It is a hub for cultural, spiritual, educational, and social activities.

Daily Darshan Timings:

• Morning: 4:30 a.m. – 5:00 a.m., 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Afternoon: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Evening: 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m., 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., 8:30 p.m. – 8:45 p.m.

2. Hare Krishna Golden Temple

Location: Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, India

Details: This temple celebrates Krishna Janmashtami between August 25 and 27. It features various rituals and cultural events. It offers the darshan of Krishna in four distinct forms: Radha Govinda, Godha Krishna, Radha Gopinath, and Laddu Gopal (Makhan Krishna). Inaugurated in 2018, it is the first Golden Temple in Telangana and has a 50-foot Golden Dhwaja Stambh (flagstaff) and a 4600-square-foot Maha Mandapam.

Special features: Includes a Harinam Japa Mantapa for chanting Krishna’s holy names.

3. Shyam Mandir

Location: Kachiguda Station Road, Opposite Police Station Road, Hyderabad, Telangana

Details: This temple, Janmashtami, is celebrated with enthusiasm and grandeur, attracting devotees from afar.

Visiting Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily

Entry Fee: None

Note: If you can’t visit these temples today, be sure to add them to your bucket list for future visits so you can immerse yourself in the divine atmosphere of Krishna.