Soak in the Spiritual Vibes of Mayapur

Home to the global headquarters of ISKCON, Mayapur is a sublime retreat perched on the banks of the Ganges in Bengal.

 

Seek divine blessings at the sprawling ISKCON temple, pay your respects at Srila Prabhupada’s Pushpa Samadhi Mandir, and meditate in the prayer halls of the Gopi Gaudiya Math. For a dash of history, head towards the town’s fringes and marvel at the citadel-like mound called Bhalla Dhipi – spectacular ruins said to date back to the 12^th century. Oh! No trip to Mayapur is complete without setting sail on the Ganges at sunset, and stocking up on colourful handicraft from the local market.