Katyayani Peeth Temple – timings, location & how to reach
Katyayani Peeth in Vrindavan is one of the 51 Shakti Peethas, about 13 km from Mathura Junction. Entry is free and the temple usually opens in the morning and evening.
- LocationRadha Bagh, near Rangji Temple, Vrindavan
- Darshan timings6 AM–12 PM and 4–7:30 PM
- Time needed30 minutes
- Entry feeFree
- From Mathura JunctionAbout 13 km (35–40 min)
- Best time to visitNavratri and the month of Margashirsha
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 Katyayani Temple
The Katyayani Temple, located in the tranquil surroundings of Vrindavan’s Seva Kunj, is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani, a fierce and powerful form of Maa Durga. According to the Srimad Bhagavatam, it was here that the gopis worshipped Goddess Katyayani with deep devotion, praying to attain Lord Krishna as their husband.
Surrounded by divine serenity and spiritual energy, the temple is considered a Shakti Peeth and holds great significance for devotees of both Krishna and Devi Maa. Pilgrims visiting as part of Mathura Vrindavan Tour Packages From Delhi often come here to seek blessings for love, marriage, strength, and spiritual fulfillment.
The peaceful ambiance, ancient sacred trees, and nearby leelasthalis make the Katyayani Temple a powerful and often overlooked gem on the devotional map of Braj.
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Address:
Bhaktivedanta Swami Marg, Goda Vihar, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh 281121
Visit Timing:
- 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Time Required : 1-2 hrs
Entry Fee : No entry fee
Katyayani Temple- Darshan & Aarti Timings
The darshan timings in Katyayani Devi Shakti Peeth are from 7 AM to 11 AM and 5.30 PM to 8 PM. And the entry is free.
Katyayani Temple - Distance From Mathura Railway Station and Bus Stand
| Place Distance | Distance | Apporex Time Taken |
|---|---|---|
| Mathura Railway Station | 12.9Km | 38 min |
| New Mathura Bus Stand | 11.8 Km | 33 min |
Frequently Asked Questions
The Katyayani Temple is located in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, near the Radha Mohan Ghera area, and close to Seva Kunj. It is situated in a peaceful part of town, easily reachable by auto-rickshaw or e-rickshaw from central Vrindavan and nearby temples like Banke Bihari and ISKCON.
The Katyayani Temple is dedicated to Goddess Katyayani, one of the forms of Durga. According to Srimad Bhagavatam, the gopis (cowherd girls) worshipped Goddess Katyayani here to get Lord Krishna as their husband. The temple symbolizes pure devotion, wish-fulfillment, and is especially revered by women devotees.
The present-day temple structure was developed and maintained by ISKCON devotees and Gaudiya Vaishnav organizations. While the exact age of the original site is ancient and tied to Vedic lore, the current temple complex has been built in modern times to honor the sacred location mentioned in Krishna leelas.
The temple is generally open from 6:00 AM to 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Special pujas and aartis are conducted daily, and additional rituals take place during Navratri, Purnima, and festivals related to Goddess Durga. The temple atmosphere is serene, making it ideal for quiet meditation and prayer.
The best time to visit is between October and March, when the weather is pleasant for walking and temple visits. Navratri is a particularly auspicious time to worship Goddess Katyayani, as special decorations, chants, and yagnas are organized. Visiting during the Kartik month also holds great spiritual value in Vrindavan.
Plan for 30 minutes. Busy only during Navratri.
It is about 13 km (35–40 min) from Mathura Junction railway station; from Banke Bihari Temple it is about 1.5 km. All our Mathura Vrindavan cab packages include pickup from Mathura Junction, Delhi or Agra.
You can easily cover Rangji Temple, Govind Dev Ji Temple, Uma Shakti Peeth, ISKCON Vrindavan on the same trip.
The gopis are said to have worshipped Goddess Katyayani here to get Krishna as their beloved, and it is counted among the Shakti Peethas, where the hair (ringlets) of Sati fell.
Modest clothing; follow the temple's timing strictly, as doors close between sessions.
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