HARE KRISHNA CULTURAL CENTRE, JAIPUR

India is a land of spirituality and various exquisite cultures and subcultures. Its glorious cultural practices are welcomed and respected all over the world

Spirituality and service towards mankind is in the roots of the country. People are God conscious here and since ages India is invariably imbibing the values and cultures holistically in the society.

Hare Krishna Movement Jaipur, works on the same principle of awakening God Consciousness in people. Srila Prabhupada, Founder acharya of wordwide Hare Krishna Movement said, “We are trying to give human society the opportunity for a life of happiness, good health, peace of mind and all good qualities through God Consciousness.”

Srila Prabhupada wanted to establish a big Krishna Balaram Mandir & Cultural Centre in Jaipur. In his letter dated July 13, 1975 to Sri Mavir Prasad Jaipuria ji, a very famous and prominent gentleman in Jaipur, he mentioned:

 “So this Krishna Balaram Vrindavan temple is being visited by many devotees to the extent of 500-1000 per day. You are Jaipur, so you can help me in completing such an institution in Jaipur also. Jaipur is visited by many Vaisnavas as a holy place of pilgrimage. Especially Gaudiya Vaisnavas go there to see the duplicate Vrindavan Deities such as Govindaji, Radha Damodar ji, etc.

So I want to open a replica of Krishna Balarama temple in Jaipur. I am sending separately copy of pictures of our Krishna Balarama temple in Vrindavan. I wish that you have some land in Jaipur and to help us in constructing a duplicate temple like Vrindavan.”

This letter is inspiration for us to build this beautiful temple & Cultural Centre in Jaipur.

To bring people in more proximity with God, Hare Krishna movement Jaipur is bringing an incredible and state of the art Temple and Cultural Centre, Hare Krishna Cultural Centre, in Jagatpura Jaipur.

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This grand Hare Krishna Cultural Centre is being built in 6 acres of land on Hare Krishna Marg, Jagatpura and expected to totally cost around Rupees 150 Crores. Already 50 Crores has been spent. This project is likely to be completed by March 2027 and work is progressing at a brisk pace.

PURPOSE OF HARE KRISHNA CULTURAL CENTRE:

We strongly believe that temple is not just a place of worship. It is a place where people of all caste, colour, and creed and of different age groups can come and get benefit from the knowledge given in Vedas, Puranas, Ramayana and Mahabharata etc.

Hare Krishna Cultural Centre is meant to bring transformation in the society through temple cantered welfare activities. This centre will create good vibes, uplift body-mind and soul and be instrumental in inculcating good values in the society. It will also invoke God consciousness and give good exposure to our rich heritage and culture.

Hare Krishna Cultural Centre will specifically showcase the rich tradition and heritage of Rajasthan. Hare Krishna Cultural Centre is committed and dedicated to rejuvenate the spirituality in the society and to serve the human kind by enlivening the consciousness of Supreme Lord.

TEMPLE ARCHITECTURE:

The temple architecture will be a blend of modern and traditional Rajasthani architecture. It will have Architectural elements found in many traditional temples and historic monuments of Rajasthan.

Modern architectural elements like glass, GRC, Composite materials, Foam Casting, Light weight concrete etc. will also be used.

Hare Krishna Cultural Centre will be designed with eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices. For example: solar panels for energy, rainwater harvesting for water requirements, and waste reduction measures.

The temples in Rajasthan are also known for their use of vibrant colours. The exteriors and interiors of Hare Krishna Cultural Centre will be decorated with colourful murals, frescoes, and paintings, which add to the overall beauty and grandeur of the centre.

The doorways and pillars of Hare Krishna Cultural Centre will be highly ornate, with intricate carvings and designs. These elements serve as important architectural features and help to distinguish this centre from other buildings.

To turn this Cultural Centre into “A Green Heaven”, important plants such as Drumstick, Neem, Sheesham, Peepal, Bargad, Chandan (Sandalwood), Kadamb, Rudraksh, Kalpavriksh, Ashwagandha, Parijatha, Aloe Vera, Meswak and many more are being planted throughout the campus.

SALIENT FEATURES OF THE TEMPLE:

• Exhibits where the timeless message and values will be presented using animation, light and sound shows etc.

• Largest Kaman chatri with a span of 30 Metres (100 feet) making it the largest in the world.

• The Mayur dwar will showcase 108 peacock motifs in the form of painting, stone sculpture, and glass inlay work.

• The temple hall will be able to accommodate 3000 people simultaneously.

• Temple will have six grand entrances with elephant Hauda doors / stairs.

• A museum that displays artefacts, paintings, sculptures, and other exhibits that depict the history and culture of India.

• Harinam Japa mandap for world peace where visitors and pilgrims can chant 108 times Hare Krishna maha mantra before entering the temple.

• A Yagna shala where various Vedic sacrifices and yagnas will happen for world peace.

• Krishna Lila Expo showcasing various lilas and pastimes of Lord Sri Krishna using animatronics and latest technology.

• Theatre of Performing arts with a seating capacity of 800 people that will be used for various cultural events such as plays, musical concerts, and dance performances.
  
  
• A library that houses books, manuscripts, and other documents related to the history, religion, and culture of India.

• Grand kitchen to support annadan and charitable feeding activities.
• A cafeteria that serves traditional Rajasthani cuisine. The cafeteria will provide an opportunity for visitors to experience the local cuisine and enjoy the unique flavours of Rajasthan.

• Srimad Bhagvatam and Bhagavad Gita Expo Hall

• A meditation and yoga centre. This will be an opportunity for visitors to connect with their inner selves and experience peace and tranquillity.

• Multi- level car parking facility to park 700 cars at a time. This will provide a convenient place for people to park their vehicles while visiting this centre.

These unique features will make the temple cum cultural centre in Jaipur a one-of-a-kind destination that provides a holistic experience of the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan. It will also be a popular destination for pilgrimage and spiritual tourism.

Soon we will have 300 artisans, stone sculptors, masons, marble laying specialists etc working in the site.