Imlitala Temple – timings, location & how to reach
Imlitala Temple is on the Vrindavan parikrama path by the Yamuna, about 1 km from Banke Bihari Temple and 13 km from Mathura Junction. It is a small, free-entry shrine built around a sacred tamarind tree.
- LocationParikrama Marg, near Seva Kunj side, Vrindavan
- Darshan timingsAartis at 5:15 AM (Mangla), 8 AM (Shringar), 12 noon (Rajbhog), 6:30 PM (Sandhya) and 7:30 PM (Shayan)
- Time needed20–30 minutes
- Entry feeFree
- From Mathura JunctionAbout 13 km (35–40 min)
- Best time to visitMorning, as part of a Yamuna-side Vrindavan walk
Like most Braj temples, timings change between summer and winter and on festival days. Please confirm with us on the day of your visit.
About Imlitala Tree Temple
The Imlitala Tree Temple, located in Vrindavan near the Yamuna river, is a sacred and serene site where Lord Krishna once meditated under a tamarind (imli) tree while awaiting the arrival of Radha Rani. This ancient tree is believed to be thousands of years old and is considered a living witness to their divine leelas.
The temple holds immense spiritual importance, especially for followers of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, as it is believed that Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu also meditated here and experienced deep spiritual ecstasy. Devotees come here seeking peace, connection, and blessings, surrounded by the natural beauty and the divine energy of the place.
Often included in Mathura Vrindavan Tour Packages From Delhi, the Imlitala Temple offers a tranquil escape from crowded temples, making it ideal for meditation, reflection, and feeling the divine presence of Radha-Krishna in a very personal way.
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Address:
SEVAKUNJ MARG, Parikrama Marg, Gotam Nagar, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh 281121
Visit Timing:
- Morning: from Mangla aarti (5:15 AM) to Rajbhog aarti (12:00 noon)
- Evening: up to Shayan aarti (7:30 PM)
Time Required : 1-2 hrs
Entry Fee : No entry fee
Imlitala Tree Temple- Darshan & Aarti Timings
| Timings | Darshan & Aarti |
| 5:15 AM | Mangla aarti |
| 8:00 AM | Shringar aarti |
| 12:00 PM | Rajbhog aarti |
| Evening | |
|---|---|
| Timings | Darshan & Aarti |
| 6:30 PM | Sandhya aarti |
| 7:30 PM | Shayan aarti |
Timings change between summer and winter and on festival days. Call or WhatsApp +91 8218328897 to confirm before you go.
Imlitala Tree Temple - Distance From Mathura Railway Station and Bus Stand
| Place Distance | Distance | Apporex Time Taken |
|---|---|---|
| Mathura Railway Station | 13.5 Km | 40 min |
| New Mathura Bus Stand | 12.2 Km | 40 min |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Imlitala Tree Temple is located in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, near the Yamuna River and not far from famous landmarks like Radha Damodar Temple and Seva Kunj. It can be easily reached by rickshaw or on foot if you're exploring Vrindavan's temple circuit. The area is well-connected by road and is a popular stop for Krishna devotees on pilgrimage.
The Imlitala Temple is built around a sacred Tamarind (Imli) tree, under which Lord Krishna is believed to have meditated and adopted his four-armed (Chaturbhuj) form before meeting Radha in a divine leela. It holds deep spiritual value for devotees of Gaudiya Vaishnavism, especially followers of Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, who also visited and meditated here during his time in Vrindavan.
Yes, the original Imli tree is still present and carefully preserved inside the temple premises. Devotees offer prayers, tie threads, and meditate under its shade, believing it carries divine energy and blessings from Lord Krishna and Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. The spot is considered a sacred tirtha in Vrindavan.
The Imlitala Temple is usually open daily from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and again from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. There is no entry fee, and all visitors are welcome to visit, meditate, and offer prayers. Special bhajans and kirtans are sometimes held during Ekadashi and festive occasions.
The best time to visit is during the cooler months from October to March, when the weather is ideal for walking and temple hopping. Visiting during Kartik month or Gaura Purnima (Chaitanya Mahaprabhu’s appearance day) is especially spiritually rewarding, as special satsangs and devotional events are held at the temple.
Plan for 20–30 minutes. Quiet most of the day; mornings are the most peaceful.
It is about 13 km (35–40 min) from Mathura Junction railway station; from Banke Bihari Temple it is about 1 km. All our Mathura Vrindavan cab packages include pickup from Mathura Junction, Delhi or Agra.
You can easily cover Jugal Kishore (Keshi Ghat), Shahji Temple, Seva Kunj, Madan Mohan Temple on the same trip.
Krishna is said to have sat under this tamarind tree feeling the pain of separation from Radha, and Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu is believed to have meditated here.
Modest clothing; keep the area quiet, as devotees chant here.
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