Shahji Temple

Shahji Temple is a sheer architectural beauty located near Nidhivan in the temple town of Vrindavan. Built by the wealthy merchant Shah Kundan Lal in 1876, the white colored temple exhibits exclusive artistic craftsmanship making it one of the most popular temples in the holy region. The most eye-catching feature of the temple structure is its spiral columns, around 12 in number and each of which is 15 feet high. The portico leads to the main temple hall that houses the deities of Lord Radha Krishna fondly called as ‘Chote Radha Raman’ because of their petite (chote) demeanor.

Adjacent to the main room is another highlight of the temple known as Basanti Kamra which houses colorfully precious Belgian glass chandeliers. Once lit up by candles to light up the entire room, these chandeliers are today lit up by electric bulbs with the advancement in technology. On the interior of the walls and up on the ceiling, are beautiful paintings that bring to life stories from the life of Lord Krishna. The room is opened only twice a year but it is still fascinating to peek from the outside. The Shahji temple is not a very elaborate temple in terms of space and does not eat up too much into your travel time either―so make sure to put it in your list of places to see and admire it for the sheer beauty exemplified in its simplicity!