Plan Your Visit
Everything you need to know for a smooth, memorable, and spiritually enriching journey.
Where to Stay (Guesthouses)
We offer multiple secure, clean, and prasadam-aligned guest housing buildings directly inside the main gated temple campus.
Gada Bhavan
- Capacity: 300+ Rooms
- Room Type: Budget to Standard AC
Conch Building
- Capacity: 150 Rooms
- Room Type: Standard & Deluxe AC Suites
Vamsa Bhavan
- Capacity: 80 Rooms
- Room Type: Basic Non-AC & Family Dorms
How to Reach Mayapur
Mayapur is located in Nadia district, West Bengal, on the banks of the sacred Ganges River.
By Train
Take the train from Sealdah or Howrah stations in Kolkata to Krishnanagar or Nabadwip Dham stations, followed by a local auto-rickshaw and ferry crossing.
By Car/Cab
Approximately 130 km via NH12 (previously NH34) from Kolkata, taking roughly 3.5 to 4.5 hours depending on morning/evening traffic.
By Helicopter
Special charter helicopter flights operate from Behala Flying Club on seasonal request during Gaura Purnima.
Deity Darshan & Puja Timings
Plan your day around the sacred daily temple rituals. Doors close briefly in the afternoons.
| Time | Ritual Program | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 04:30 AM | Mangala Aarti | The auspicious opening arati of the day with ecstatic singing of Gurvastakam. |
| 07:00 AM | Deity Greeting Darshan | Unveiling of the gorgeously decorated deities in their fresh day outfits. |
| 08:00 AM | Srimad Bhagavatam Class | Daily spiritual lecture delivered by senior resident swamis and scholars. |
| 12:30 PM | Rajbhog Aarti | Daily grand noon offering arati. The temple doors close at 1:00 PM. |
| 04:00 PM | Temple Doors Reopen | Afternoon darsana opens to all visitors. |
| 06:30 PM | Sandhya Gaura Aarti | Stunning evening arati in the main hall. Crowds gather to chant and dance. |
| 08:30 PM | Temple Doors Close | End of daily worship programs. |
Pilgrim Essential Checklist
What to Carry
- ✓ Modest Indian attire (dhoti, kurta, sarees, or salwar-kameez).
- ✓ Comfortable slip-on footwear (as shoes must be left outside temple halls).
- ✓ Personal medication, mosquito nets, and light hand sanitizers.
What to Keep in Mind
- ⚠ Photography is strictly prohibited inside the main deity halls.
- ⚠ Please preserve temple campus cleanliness and discard waste in dustbins.
- ⚠ Ensure you respect local sadhus and avoid loud noises on campus.