Festivals at Banke Bihari Temple Vrindavan Whichever festivals are being celebrated in the Banke Bihari Temple Vrindavan, the vibe and atmosphere are always divine and colourful. Shri Krishna Janmashtami: The temple becomes a spiritual paradise on Shri Krishna Janmashtami. Devotees start gathering as early as 2:00 am to see the special pujas and aarti. The temple is decorated beautifully and Banke Bihari is dressed up. Midnight is the peak of the celebrations with Hare Krishna chanting all around. Hariyali Teej or Jhulan Yatra: Hariyali Teej is the start of the monsoon and is celebrated with Jhulan Yatra where the deity is seated on a beautifully decorated swing. Devotees sing traditional songs as priests gently swing the deity. The temple is decorated with green and flowers inside. This is a symbol of Krishna’s playful and loving nature. Holi and Dhulandi: Holi at the temple is a colourful and devotional festival where we celebrate the playful love of Krishna and Radha. The festival includes the singing of devotional songs and the application of colours to each other. Dhulandi the next day is a more subdued festival with dry colours. Radhashtami: Radhashtami is the birth of Radha Rani celebrated with great devotion and grandeur. The day starts with special pujas and rituals for Radha. The temple is decorated with flowers and devotional songs praising Radha’s love for Krishna are sung. https://www.actempotravellerhire.com/banke-bihari-temple-vrindavan #bankebiharitemple #travel #templesinvrindavan #actempotravel #festivalsinvrindavan