Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Gaur-Nitai Temple Opens in Mayapur
A new temple called Shree Shree Gaur–Nitai Temple was opened in Mayapur.
It was built by a group of monks who follow the teachings of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
The temple's goal is to spread messages of love, equality, and devotion to everyone, no matter their background.
The temple is near the place where Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's mother's house was.
The leader of this temple group, Shreela Bhakti Swarup Tirtha Maharaj, has spent his life teaching these messages around the world.
The temple aims to be a place where people can learn about these important ideas and feel connected to each other.
Shree Shree Gaur–Nitai Temple inaugurated in Sreenathpur, Mayapur by the Gaudiya Vaishnava Association.
Temple aims to promote universal devotion, compassion, and equality as taught by Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.
Built under the guidance of Shreela Bhakti Swarup Tirtha Maharaj, a lifelong follower of Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition.
Located near the traditional site of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's maternal home, adding to its spiritual significance.
Temple seeks to challenge social discrimination and highlight the relevance of Sri Chaitanya's teachings in the modern world.
- Who
- Gaudiya Vaishnava Association and followers of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
- What
- Inauguration of Shree Shree Gaur–Nitai Temple
- When
- Recently (exact date not specified)
- Where
- Sreenathpur, Mayapur, Nadia district
- Why
- To promote universal love, brotherhood, and spiritual philosophy of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
- Temple Name
- Shree Shree Gaur–Nitai Temple
- Location
- Sreenathpur, Mayapur, Nadia district
- Founding Association
- Gaudiya Vaishnava Association
- Spiritual Leader
- Shreela Bhakti Swarup Tirtha Maharaj
- Philosophy
- Universal devotion, compassion, and equality
- Significance
- Near Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu's maternal home