Sri Krishna Temple, Muscat, Oman — Attraction in Muscat

Visiting Shri Krishna Temple in Muscat on the last day of the year was truly a profound and beautiful experience. It felt like the perfect way to end my year – a moment of peace, joy, and self-reflection that was exactly what I needed.

Sitting in the serene atmosphere of the temple, I found myself reflecting on everything I had achieved and learned throughout the year. The tranquility of the space allowed me to reconnect with myself on a deeper level, leaving me feeling immensely happy and at peace.

The temple is not only a spiritual haven for Hindus living in Muscat but also a place where anyone can find solace and a sense of belonging. Its ambiance fosters introspection and positivity, making it a must-visit destination for everyone seeking a moment of calm amidst the hustle of daily life.

For me, this visit was a beautiful reminder of the importance of gratitude and mindfulness. Shri Krishna Temple will undoubtedly hold a special place in my heart, and I encourage everyone to experience its charm...

🛑Temples of Muscat : 2 old temples called Bayt al pir and Mabad al Banyan existed inside muttrah ( near the current Al alam palace) compound, but were relocated during 1970 building of new palace in al banyan quarters or HARAT AL BANYAN. Old Gujarati kutchi speaking BANYANS existed in Muscat and walked the city for 150 years . RATANSI PURUSHOTTAN ( 1843- 1904) built a large house near mabad al Banyan in 1890 which too was destroyed in 1974 to expand the new palace. Narotamdas, a Gujarati trader, had a major role in freeing Muscat from Portuguese in 1650 CE by providing secret information of the Portuguese troops in mutrah to imam Sultan said Yarubi of Nakhl. 🛑one of the Hindu temples was destroyed in 1895 by the ibadi seize of Muscat . 🛑 hindus lived in al banyan or al Waljat quarters of Muscat with 2 temples called Bayt al pir and mabat al banyan till 1970 when they were shifted to built the new palace. 🛑The Muthishwar temple is...

A beautiful place of worship which offers the right ambience to delve into a good spiritual exercise. There is no temple like this in the entire Middle East. The temple has Sri Krishna known as Srinathji as the residing deity. The temple that houses Sri Krishna is pretty spacious. The other small enclaves house Sri Ganapathy and Devi . The Bhudda is in the open inside the complex inside a small shrine. The deities and the shrines are decorated beautifully every day and during festival days the decorations are very elaborate. The temple complex is very well maintained. There are taps for drinking water and for washing the hands as well. Photography is not permitted and visitors are expected to come fully covered. A visit to the temple is a must to understand Oman's policy...