About Sri Radha Shyam Sundar Temple - Khardah
The Shyam sundar temple is one of the oldest Gaudiya Vaishnava temples, dating back to the 16th century. Legend tells of a sacred black basalt stone brought from Gauda, which floated down the Ganges and was later carved into three Krishna idols: Ballav Ji, Shyamsundar Ji, and Nandadulal Ji. The Shyam sunday mandir demonstrates their divine connection and spiritual love for one another. It follows the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition's teachings. The temple draws a lot of tourists and devotees who wish to get closer to God because of its serene ambiance, heartfelt ceremonies, and lovely devotional music. Every area of the temple exudes bhakti and serves as a reminder of the deep and affectionate relationship between Radha and Krishna, one of the most exquisite manifestations of divine love in Hinduism.
Temple Timings and Details
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Darshan Timings
Morning : 07:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Eevning : 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM
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Aarti Timings
Morning Aarti : 05:30 AM
Evening Aarti : 7:00 PM
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Dress Code
Traditional and Formal clothing
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Photography
Allowed
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Prasad
Available
Accommodation Near Sri Radha Shyam Sundar Temple - Khardah
Kolkata - Shree Calcutta Gujarati Samaj Dharamshala
Nabadwip - (Mayapur) Bharat Sevashram Sangha
Mayapur - Sri Sri Gour Saraswat Sant Gaudiya Math
Nadia - Srimad Bhakti Siddhanta Saraswati Gaudiya Math
Calcutta Vastra Vyavsayi Seva Samity - Gangasagar
Kolkata - Shri Digambar Jain Bhawan Dharamshala
Mayapur - Sri Krishna Chaitanya Mission (International)
Shri Krishna Pranami Temple Dharamshala - Siliguri
Swami Pranabananda Atithi Niwas (Guest House) - Gangasagar
ISKCON Shri Ekachakra Chandrodaya Mandir - Ekachakra
Madhu Mamata Hotel & Resorts (Near Ekachakra Dham) - Tarapith
Kapil Kutir Sankhya Yoga Ashram (Boro Ashram) - Gangasagar
Sri Sri Gaur Nityananda Temple (Nandana Acharya Bhavan) - Mayapur
Jagannath Temple Guest House (Near Temple - Old Building) - Ekachakra
Temple Location
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)
1. What time does the Sri Radha Shyam Sundar Temple open?
Ans. Daily hours for the temple are roughly 4:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
2. Which holidays are celebrated here?
Ans. The temple's most important celebration, Rash Utsav, takes place every November and includes a three-day bazaar, midnight processions to the neighbouring octagonal Rashmancha and the well-known Khichuri Loot rite, in which devotees joyfully share prasad rice.
3. Is the shyam sunday mandir serving prasad?
Ans. Prasad is offered within the temple complex for a minimal fee; it is usually a vegetable thali.



