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Vanshidhar Radha Krishna Mandir

Garhwa, Jharkhand, India
The Vanshidhar Radha Krishna Mandir in Nagar Untari is one of the most prestigious religious sites in India. It is famous for its life-sized idols of Lord Krishna and Radha, which are made of solid gold. The idol of Lord Krishna is said to weigh around 32 'mands' (approx. 1280 KG) of pure gold. The temple was built in the 19th century by the Queen of the Nagar Untari royal family after she had a divine dream. The craftsmanship of the idols is exquisite, showing Lord Krishna playing the flute on a lotus flower. The temple complex is beautifully maintained and includes other shrines dedicated to various Hindu deities. It serves as a major center for the Vaishnavite tradition in the region. Thousands of pilgrims from Jharkhand, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh visit the temple daily. The temple's location at the base of a scenic hill adds to its spiritual aura. A Shiva temple, known as Raja Pahari, is located on the hilltop nearby, and devotees often visit both. The town of Nagar Untari has recently been renamed Shree Banshidhar Nagar in honor of this iconic temple.

General information

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    Ideal Duration:
    1 to 2 Hours
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    Place Type:
    Religious & Heritage
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    Entry Fees:
    Free Entry: No charges for entering the temple.

    VIP Darshan: A small fee of 100-200 INR might be required for fast-track entry during festivals. ...
    Free Entry: No charges for entering the temple.

    VIP Darshan: A small fee of 100-200 INR might be required for fast-track entry during festivals.
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    Timing:
    Regular Timings: 05:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 04:00 PM to 09:00 PM.

    Ideal Visit Time: 07:00 PM for the Sandhya Aarti. ...
    Regular Timings: 05:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 04:00 PM to 09:00 PM.

    Ideal Visit Time: 07:00 PM for the Sandhya Aarti.
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    Special Events:
    Janmashtami: The birth of Lord Krishna is celebrated with massive grandeur in August.

    Radhashtami: A special festival dedicated to Goddess Radha in September. ...
    Janmashtami: The birth of Lord Krishna is celebrated with massive grandeur in August.

    Radhashtami: A special festival dedicated to Goddess Radha in September.
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    Best Photo Spots:
    Temple Entrance: The grand archway with the temple name in bold.

    Raja Pahari Top: Provides a bird's-eye view of the entire temple town. ...
    Temple Entrance: The grand archway with the temple name in bold.

    Raja Pahari Top: Provides a bird's-eye view of the entire temple town.

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Things To Do

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    Devotional Worship: Participate in the morning or evening 'Aarti'.

    Spiritual Walk: Climb the stairs to the Raja Pahari temple for a view.

    Photography: Take photos of the temple exterior and the surrounding gardens.

    Shopping: Explore the local market for brass idols and religious books.

    Philanthropy: Donate to the temple's community kitchen (Bhandara).

    Historical Inquiry: Talk to the temple priests about the legend of the golden idol.

    Meditation: Sit in the temple courtyard for a peaceful experience. ...

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Information

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    Why Famous:
    Pure Gold Idols: World-famous for housing one of the heaviest solid gold idols of Krishna.

    Royal Patronage: Significant for its history tied to the Nagar Untari royalty. ...
    Pure Gold Idols: World-famous for housing one of the heaviest solid gold idols of Krishna.

    Royal Patronage: Significant for its history tied to the Nagar Untari royalty.
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    Architecture:
    Golden Idols: The main attraction is the 4-foot tall solid gold Krishna idol.

    Temple Spire: Features intricate terracotta-style carvings on the outer walls.

    Dimensions: The main sanctum is 20x20 feet, with ...
    Golden Idols: The main attraction is the 4-foot tall solid gold Krishna idol.

    Temple Spire: Features intricate terracotta-style carvings on the outer walls.

    Dimensions: The main sanctum is 20x20 feet, with a high ceiling decorated with murals.
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    How To Reach:
    By Air: Varanasi Airport (110 KM).

    By Train: Nagar Untari Railway Station (1 KM).

    By Road: On the National Highway connecting Garhwa and Ambikapur.

    By Local Transport: E-ri...
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    Near Tourist Places:
    Sukhaldari Falls (35 KM), Garhdevi Mandir (40 KM), Anraj Dam (30 KM)

Tourism Tips

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    Health & Safety: Be careful of monkeys on the hill path to Raja Pahari.

    Packing: Dress traditionally; avoid shorts or sleeveless tops.

    Cash: ATMs of SBI and PNB are available within walking distance.
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