ISKCON Kolkata

Sri Sri Radha Govinda Temple is located in Kolkata, West Bengal. It is also known as ISKCON Radha Krishna Temple. ISKCON was founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966 A.D. in New York to open the world to the valuable teachings of Lord Krishna based on the sacred Hindu scriptures of Bhagwad Geeta and Bhagwad Purana. This spiritual path introduces people to the Sanatana Dharma and Vedic culture and helps them live a stress-free life.How to Reach Kolkata ISKCON TempleThe temple is easily accessible by taking the various modes of transport. Some frequently used ways are given below.By RailIf you are planning to visit Iskcon Temple, Kolkata, then you should plan your journey by train to Howrah Junction, which is nearest to Iskcon Temple. The temple is 7.2 km away from Howrah Junction. As the Howrah railway station is the largest railway station in India, trains from all over the country are available here. From the railway station, autos and taxis are available that will drop you at your destination at Iskcon Temple.By AirTravelling by train is one of the most convenient and fastest ways to reach any place. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata, is the nearest airport where you can reach easily from any corner of the world. The distance from Kolkata airport to Iskcon temple is around 21 km, which will take approximately 40–50 minutes to reach from the airport. You can hire a private taxi from the airport to Iskcon Temple, Kolkata.By RoadYou can visit by your own vehicle from any part of West Bengal because the roads are better now to travel for devotees. Buses are also available from major cities of West Bengal state and nearby states to Kolkata. Iskcon Temple Kolkata is 1.8 km away from Kolkata Bus Stand, which you can cover by walking or by hiring an auto.Best Time to Visit Kolkata ISKCON MandirThe Iskcon temple is a festival-friendly temple, so you can visit this temple any time you will experience the celebration of a festival. Major festivals are Janmashtami, Ramnavmi, Radha Ashtami, Chandan Yatra, Jhulan Yatra, Geeta Jayanti, Rath Yatra and Gundicha Dance Festival. You can come to festivals and take part in holy rituals.