Nidhivan Temple in Vrindavan
About Nidhivan Temple
Address: Nidhivan, Vrindavan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
Entry Timings: 6:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Time Required: 1 hour
Entry Fee: No entry fees
Lord Krishna has several names and stories related from his childhood to adolescence. One of the tales of 16000 queens is associated with Nidhivan-a holy place in Vrindavan. It is a mysterious and sacred forest renowned for its mystical aura. Legend holds that it transforms into Lord Krishna's playground at night, witnessing divine Ras Leela dances. Nidhi means depository and van means forest. The trees' unique twisted formations and the belief that they are celestial beings add to the enchantment. Locals assert that any witness to the nocturnal revelry faces either divine blessings or potential curses. This spiritual haven draws devotees, mystics, and curious seekers alike, inviting them to experience the mystical energy that permeates Nidhivan's sacred groves under the celestial veil of darkness. Nidhivan Temple is believed to be as a sacred place of rasleela of Lord Krishna with Radha and gopis.
Lord Krishna has several names and stories related from his childhood to adolescence. One of the tales of 16000 queens is associated with Nidhivan-a holy place in Vrindavan. It is a mysterious and sacred forest renowned for its mystical aura. Legend holds that it transforms into Lord Krishna's playground at night, witnessing divine Ras Leela dances. Nidhi means depository and van means forest. The trees' unique twisted formations and the belief that they are celestial beings add to the enchantment. Locals assert that any witness to the nocturnal revelry faces either divine blessings or potential curses. This spiritual haven draws devotees, mystics, and curious seekers alike, inviting them to experience the mystical energy that permeates Nidhivan's sacred groves under the celestial veil of darkness. Nidhivan Temple is believed to be as a sacred place of rasleela of Lord Krishna with Radha and gopis.
Main attractions of Nidhivan
The temple has good surroundings and a temple inside the complex with idols of Lord Krishan and Radharani. There is also a kunj, which is said to be pious water pond made for rest after performing maha raas. There is also a room where all belongings related to shringar of Radha rani is kept, named as Rang mahal. It is said that Swami Haridas ji used to sing bhajans and meditate here which blessed him with spiritual presence of Lord Krisha in this temple. In respect of him there is a Samadhi of Swami Haridas. Another important spots seen here are Lalitha kund, Gita Mandir, Kalki Mandir. It takes around 1 hour to explore Nidhivan temple ad know about its interesting tales.
Nidhivan Temple Opening and Closing Time
Nidhivan is one of the most curious places to visit in Vrindavan. People coming for Mathura Vrindavan tour must visit here. Nidhivan Temple opening time is 5 am in the morning. Mysteries associated with temple leads to its closing time at 7 pm in the evening as no one stays in the temple after shayan aarti and bhog.
| Timings | Summer | Winter |
|---|---|---|
| Morning Darshan Timings | 05.00 AM to 01.00 PM | 06.00 AM to 01.00 PM |
| Evening Darshan Timing | 03.00 PM to 08.00 PM | 03.00 PM to 07.00 PM |
| Morning Aarti & parikrama | 05:00 AM | 06.00 AM |
| Evening Aarti & parikrama | 04:30 PM | 04.30 PM |
| Morning Bhog door close | 06:30 AM | 07.00 AM |
| Evening Bhog | 06:30 PM | 07.00 PM |
| Shayan Aarti & Door Close | 12:00 PM | 08.10 PM |
Mysteries about Nidhivan Temple
There are many stories and myths about this place that draws attention of visitors. It is said that Lord Krishna comes here every night and perform rasleela with his gopis, these gopis are none other than old basil trees found in this van. Due to this reason, doors of Nidhivan Temple remains closed after evening aarti for priests and workers of the temple. Even birds leave this forest after evening as the place is considered as sacred privacy place. All the trees present here are of same size and shape. Having long branches, they are interwined with each other. No historians and scientists can unlock the mystery of this place till date. As per a myth, people who try to hide inside the van after evening and try to find out the mystery, ger deaf, dumb, or blind. Priests of temple put every essential items in Rang Mahal before leaving the temple in evening as Jug of water, saree, bangles, paan leaves, sweets etc.
Distance of Nidhivan from Railway Station
Nidhivan Temple is approx. 1 km from railway station and 700 metres from Bankey Bihari Temple. If you are coming Vrindavan from Delhi or Mathura with family or friends, book a Tempo Traveller for Vrindavan Tour.
| Place | Distance | Approx time taken |
|---|---|---|
| Mathura Railway Station | 13 Km | 38 mins |
| New Mathura Bus Stand | 12 Km | 35 mins |
| New Delhi Railway Station | 157 Km | 153 mins |
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