About this temple
Hare Krishna Dham is ISKCON’s temple in Sector 36-B within Chandigarh Union Territory. Radha Madhav worship, congregational kirtan and scriptural teaching shape its daily life.
History
The institutional account traces the local movement to Prabhupada’s October 1976 visit and stay with P. L. Sethi. The congregation later developed this temple. Its website records the Sita Ram Laxman Hanuman consecration during the October 2026 golden jubilee.
Legends & Religious Traditions
Its Gaudiya Vaishnava lineage centres on Radha-Krishna devotion and Chaitanya-Nityananda’s congregational chanting. No ancient Chandigarh-specific origin miracle is claimed.
Architecture / Physical Features
The institutional description identifies a marble temple with carved shikharas and landscaped gardens.
Rituals, Worship and Seva
The official daily table lists Mangala Arati at 4:30 AM, Tulasi Arati and japa at 5:00 AM, Darshana Arati at 7:15 AM, Bhagavatam class at 8:00 AM, Raja Bhoga Arati at noon and evening Gaura Arati at 7:00 PM.
Festivals and Religious Significance
Janmashtami, Ratha Yatra, Gaura Purnima and Rama Navami feature in the temple calendar.
How to Reach
The temple is on Dakshin Marg in Sector 36-B. The official contact page places it approximately 3 km from ISBT Sector 43 and 8 km from Chandigarh railway station.
Pilgrim Facilities and Accommodation
Govinda’s vegetarian restaurant, a gift shop and guest accommodation are listed by the temple. Ask the office directly about accommodation availability.
Official Website and Contact
Temple office: +91 172 260 1590. Email: iskconchandigarh@gmail.com. Official information: https://www.iskconchd.com/contact.php
Contradictory Accounts and Variations
The temple website’s headline says evening closure at 8:00 PM, while its detailed schedule says 8:30 PM. Both are disclosed pending office confirmation.
Verification Notes and Uncertainties
The image is an AI-generated devotional illustration of Radha and Krishna, not a photograph of this building or its installed deities. Chandigarh is the UT location; nearby temples in Panchkula are not treated as Chandigarh records.