WHERE TO STAY
Gada Bhawan Guest House
Address : ISKCON House
22 Gurusadai Road Kolkata -700019
Phone : 033 -64588777 / +91 (3472)245219
Email : tourism@mayapur.com
Hotel Sonar Bangla
Booking Address: Megatherm Building, Plot – L1, Block – GP,
6th Floor, Sector – V, Electronics Complex, Salt Lake City,
Kolkata- 700091, West Bengal, India.
Phone : 9062230200 / 033 4006 0787
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History Of That Place
Mayapur is said to be the birthplace of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, a 15th-century saint and the founder of the Gaudiya Vaishnavism tradition. The town gained importance as a spiritual center in the 1960s when the ISKCON movement established its headquarters here.
Best Time To Visit
The best time to visit Mayapur is during the winter months, from November to February, when the weather is pleasant and conducive for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
How To Reach
The nearest airport to Mayapur is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata, which is around 130 km away. You can also take a train to the Krishnanagar Railway Station, which is around 20 km from Mayapur. From there, you can take a taxi or a bus to reach Mayapur.
Places To Visit
Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir: This is the main temple in Mayapur and is the world’s tallest temple. It is dedicated to Lord Krishna and is a popular attraction among tourists and devotees.
Srila Prabhupada’s Samadhi Mandir: This temple is dedicated to the founder of ISKCON, Srila Prabhupada, and is a must-visit place for his followers.
Yoga Peeth: This is a yoga and meditation center in Mayapur, where you can learn and practice different forms of yoga.
Chand Kazi’s Samadhi: This is a historical site in Mayapur, which is dedicated to the Muslim ruler, Chand Kazi, who was a contemporary of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
Goshala: This is a cow sanctuary in Mayapur, where you can see and interact with cows, which are considered sacred in Hinduism.
Ekachakra: This is a nearby village, which is believed to be the birthplace of Nityananda, a close associate of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. It is a popular pilgrimage site among devotees.
