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Banke Bihari Temple

Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh
19th Century CE

One of the most revered temples in Vrindavan, famous for the unique curtain ceremony where the deity is revealed briefly at intervals.

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Details

Dynasty
Modern India
Style
Rajasthani
Primary Deity
Krishna (Banke Bihari)
Languages
Hindi, Sanskrit
Scripts
Devanagari, Sanskrit

Historical Significance

Most famous temple in Vrindavan. Unique curtain darshan ceremony. Haridas Swami founded

Architectural Features

Curtain darshan systemSmall but ornate sanctumVibrant paintings