Shahji Temple, Vrindavan

Its very nice temple. Shah Kundan, a wealthy jeweller from Lucknow, was the main contributor to the Shahji Mandir in Vrindavan. The most eye-catching feature of the temple structure is its spiral columns, around 12 in number and each of which is 15 feet high. Must visit once. It is also known as tede khambho wala mandir. It is also known in local folklore as 'Chote Radha Raman' Mandir. This temple Just situated near Nidhivan.

I think the fabulous architecture still haven't gain that prestige it is worthy of. A very underrated temple, I think so.

The beautiful temple is on the way towards nidhivan. When I visited here, it was closed. I came to know from local brijwasi that this temple opens only twice in a year on the special occasions. It is also known as tede khambho wala mandir.

I have visited on 24.05.23.
Location:= It is located near Nidhivan.
Built by Kundanlal & phundanlal,the two brothers of Lucknow in 1876.
It is famous for its unique structure and made of white marvel.
It is also known as Tera Khamba Temple for presence of twelve beautiful spiral columns of 15 ft each.
The main Deity is known as Chote Radha Raman.
The main attraction of this Temple is Basanti Kamra a collection of different items made of costly materials.

जय श्री कृष्णा
Shahji Temple is a religious destination known for its unique architecture. Because of its spiral columns, it has earned the nickname “Tedhe Khambe Wala Mandir” (the temple with spiral columns). Another striking feature of the temple is the Basanti Kamra hall. It has Belgian glass chandeliers and paintings depicting stories from the life of Lord Krishna.

The presiding deity of the Shahji Temple in Vrindavan is Radha-Krishna. He is lovingly called Chhote Radha-Raman.

Very attractively curved pillars and the whole temple developed with white marble wins your heart and souls like the relationship between Radha and Krishna. Temple Just situated near Nidhivan. The entrance gate and market also offers beautiful ornaments, clothes, dresses, auspicious deity idols, bracelet, pandent, lockets etc.
Temple architectural design and style show modern Indian heritage mixed with some Greek style.
Temple timing is fixed so visit by checking the current timing. The temple has a spiral vertical columns which shows its unique and special temple then another's temples. but we found the temple courtyard dirty with dust. The fountain was not working for public views which show the government's lack of responsibility towards the operating temple system. Inside campus premises have PNB bank and ATM too. But local vendors offer food stuffs 5 rs to 10 rs higher than MRP which show how locals vendor ruining the trust of tourists and sentiment. We were really hurted by the locals behaviour of local vendors. I didn't see the crowd tourists then other places but those who came to see were actually waiting to see Nidhivan. Waiting areas are widespread with ventilated space, many rested there including us. Happy Journey! Radhe Radhe

The temple is very beautiful ☺ its very big. Visitors can ho and worship here there is an statue of Shri Radha Krishnan and its very unique and beautiful. Visitors can relax here outside there is spacious.
Must visit 😊

Shahji Temple Vrindavan history dates back to the 19th century. It was established in 1876 by two merchant brothers of Lucknow – Shah Kundan Lal and Shah Phundan Lal. The temple shows the love of Radha and Krishna.

Basanti Kamra(Durbar Hall) inside the temple opens only on two occasions – Basant Panchami(around January/February) and Jhulan Yatra(around July/August). On these festivals, the idols are brought into the hall and decorated and worshipped. Thousands of devotees visit Shahji Temple during these occasions.It is also known as the yellow room, because of its yellow decor. The ceilings and interiors have colourful paintings depicting stories from Raas-Leela and different events from the life of Lord Krishna.

Shahji Temple(opens throughout the year) is a religious destination known for its unique architecture. Because of its spiral columns, it has earned the nickname “Tedhe Khambe Wala Mandir” (the temple with spiral columns).The presiding deity of the Shahji Temple in Vrindavan is Radha-Krishna. He is lovingly called Chhote Radha-Raman.Shahji Temple architecture differs from the usual Hindu temple style. It is built with high-quality white Italian marble, in a mix of Greek, Mughal and Hindu style. The spacious terraces are supported by 12 beautiful spiral columns, each cut out of one marble piece.

The Shahji temple was built in the year 1876 by Shah Kundan Lal and is dedicated to Lord Krishna. The main deity here is known as Chhote Radha Raman. Its impressive marble structure features 12 beautiful spiral columns of a height of 15 feet each and also the Basanti Kamra which is a hall with Belgian glass chandeliers and intricate paintings placed within. Shahji Temple is mainly visited by religious devotees and tourists to admire the stunning architecture. Its only open on Basant panchmi

This Shah ji's temple is the only temple in Vrindavan which opens only twice a year.Shah Kundan Lal and Shah Phundan Lal, residents of Lucknow, started this temple in 1880 and got it completed in 1886.And this temple is opened only twice a yearAnd this occasion comes for Basant Panchami, and the second occasion is Hariyali Teej after the new moon of Shravan month.And in this temple Radha Raman Lal form of Lord Shri Krishna is seated.And this temple is located near Nidhivan in Vrindavan.This entire temple is made of white marble.

The government should pay attention to the structure of this temple. Such condition of our ancient heritage shocks the heart. It is a very good temple.

Very nice temple, most attractive is its 12 spiral pillar, jay shree krishna ❤

Outstanding Architectural Beauty
I went to Shahji Temple. In Shahji Temple, you can witness the statues depicting Raasleela and also multi-coloured paintings on the ceilings of the temple. Although Shahji Temple is over 140 years old, it still attracts the devotees and tourists alike.

This is a very amazing place, I suggest all of you, for family trip this is the right place

"A resident of Lucknow, Seṭh Kundanalāla Śāha, constructed this grand, white marble-stone temple in 1835 AD at great expense. He was an unalloyed devotee of Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu. This temple presently gives some idea of the incomparable grandeur of Vṛndāvana in previous times."

Excerpt from the book 'Sri Vraja-mandal Parikrama' by Srila Bhaktivedanta Narayana Gosvami Maharaja

It is located near Nidhivan .
A very beautiful temple beside nidhivan.
Monkey 🐒 are very dangerous for people. Please 🙏 be safe and careful.

This place is like Heaven and can only be seen here . It feels like God is with you within you. No tickets needed.
A Mythic place.

Unlike any other temple in Vrindavan, the temple building seems to be inspired by baroque and modern-classical architecture which makes it unique. The temple has a large entrance gate and compound followed by some stairs one needs to climb to enter the main building where one of the rooms are the shrine for the Radha-Krishna deities.

Great architecture....very peaceful.
Beware of monkeys they will steal your stuff and return it only by getting a frooti.(standard protocol)

Nice architecture