Dwarkadhish Temple

The temple maintains a structured rhythm of worship throughout each day, with six aartis—ceremonial offerings of light and devotion—that mark the progression from dawn to evening. Darshan, the opportunity to view the deity, is available daily from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Mangala Aarti begins the day at 8:00 a.m., followed by the Shringar (adorning of the deity) at 10:30 a.m. The Rajbhog Aarti at noon marks the midday offering, while the Uthappan at 4:00 p.m. and Sandhya Aarti at 5:30 p.m. structure the afternoon and early evening. The day concludes with the Shayan Aarti at 7:00 p.m., the evening ritual before the deity is prepared for rest. Visitors who time their visit to coincide with one of these aartis will experience the full devotional atmosphere of the temple's worship life.

Festival Celebrations

Throughout the year, the temple observes major Hindu festivals with special ceremonies and enhanced decorations. Diwali, Holi, and Guru Purnima are celebrated with particular vibrancy, drawing larger gatherings of devotees. The temple also marks Akshaya Tritiya, Kartik Purnima, and Raksha Bandhan with festive preparations and adjusted worship schedules. On festival days, the regular darshan and aarti timings may change to accommodate the increased observances and larger numbers of visitors. Those planning to visit during a festival should contact the temple in advance to confirm the schedule for that day.

Visiting the Temple: Practical Information

The temple is located at 717 Washington Road, Parlin, New Jersey 08859. The temple office can be reached at 732-254-0061 for inquiries about timings, special events, or specific questions about worship practices. Visitors should plan to arrive during posted darshan hours and should remove their shoes before entering the inner sanctum, as is customary in Hindu temples. Modest dress is expected. Photography policies may vary; it is courteous to ask permission before photographing the deity or rituals. The temple welcomes both regular devotees and visitors seeking to understand Krishna worship and Hindu spiritual practice. Those interested in supporting specific rituals can arrange online seva and bhog dedications, allowing devotees to sponsor offerings as acts of devotion.

Getting There

The temple is situated in the Edison area of New Jersey at coordinates 40.4621°N, -74.3310°E. Visitors can use these coordinates or the street address to locate the temple via GPS or mapping applications. For specific directions or questions about parking and accessibility, the temple office is available at the phone number listed above.