The Nine Islands Tour of Mayapur Dham

Navadvipa Dham, popularly known as Mayapur Dham, is the sacred abode of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and one of the most revered pilgrimage destinations in the Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition. The dham is spread across nine islands formed by the holy Ganges and Jalangi rivers. Each island represents one of the nine limbs of devotional service (Navadha Bhakti) and has its own unique spiritual significance, temples, and pastime places (lila-sthalis). Pilgrims traditionally perform the Navadvipa Dham Parikrama by visiting these nine islands to experience the complete journey of devotion.

1. Antardvipa – Ātma Nivedanam (Complete Surrender)

Antardvipa is the heart of Navadvipa Dham and the birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. It is the spiritual center of the entire dham.

Important places to visit:

• ISKCON Sri Mayapur Chandrodaya Mandir
• Temple of Sri Sri Radha Madhava and the Pañca-tattva
• Prabhupada Samadhi Mandir
• Yogapitha (Birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu)
• Pushpa Samadhi of Srila Bhaktivinod Thakura
• Srivas Anghan 

2. Simantadvipa – Śravaṇam (Hearing)

Simantadvipa is named after the pastime in which Goddess Parvati received the mercy of Lord Gauranga by hearing His glories. It emphasizes the importance of hearing transcendental knowledge.

Important places to visit:

• Simantini Devi Temple
• Bamanpukur
• Chaitanya Math established by Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura
• Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura's Samadhi
• Various Gaudiya Math temples
• Sri Jagannath temple

3. Godrumadvipa – Kīrtanam (Congregational Chanting)

Godrumadvipa is famous for devotional singing and preaching. The peaceful rural atmosphere makes it ideal for chanting the Holy Name.

Important places to visit:

• Surabhi Kunja
• Bhajan Kutir of Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura
• Suvarna Vihar
• HariHar Khetra
• Nrisimha Temple

4. Madhyadvipa – Smaraṇam (Remembrance)

Madhyadvipa represents constant remembrance of Lord Krishna and Lord Gauranga. Ancient sages are said to have gathered here for scriptural discussions.

Important places to visit:

• Naimisharanya Memorial
• Hamsa Vahana Temple
• Puskar Tirtha
• Panchaveni 

5. Koladvipa – Pāda Sevanam (Service to the Lord's Lotus Feet)

Koladvipa is associated with the mercy of the Lord and the service of His lotus feet. Much of present-day Nabadwip town lies within this island.

Important places to visit:

• Devananda Gaudiya Math
• Vishnupriya temple
• Poramatala
• Bamsi Das Babaji Maharaj Bhajan kutir
• Traditional Vaishnava temples throughout Nabadwip

6. Rtudvipa – Arcanam (Deity Worship)

Rtudvipa symbolizes worship through offerings, rituals, and loving service. It is known for its serene villages and devotional atmosphere.

Important places to visit:

• Champahati Gaur Gadhadar temple
• Vidya Nagar
• Peaceful devotional communities

7. Jahnudvipa – Vandanam (Prayer)

Named after Sage Jahnu, this island is associated with offering heartfelt prayers and glorification of the Lord.

Important places to visit:

• Jahnu Muni Ashram
• Jahnu Kund
• Ganga worship sites

8. Modadrumadvipa – Dāsyam (Loving Service)

Modadrumadvipa is associated with humble service to the Lord. Tradition holds that Lord Rama rested beneath a great banyan tree here during His exile and foretold the appearance of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu.

Important places to visit:

• Vrindavan das thakura Bhajan kutir
• Arka Tila
• Bhajan Kutirs of  Saranga Murari

9. Rudradvipa – Sakhyam (Friendship)

Rudradvipa is connected with Lord Shiva, who eternally glorifies Lord Gauranga and Lord Krishna. It represents the devotional mood of friendship with the Supreme Lord.

Important places to visit:

• Belpukur radha madan Mohan

Navadvipa Dham Parikrama

The traditional Navadvipa Dham Parikrama covers all nine islands over several days, allowing pilgrims to experience the complete path of Navadha Bhakti. Along the route, devotees visit hundreds of sacred temples, bathing ghats, samadhis of great Vaishnava acharyas, bhajan kutirs, ancient trees, and pastime places associated with Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu and His associates.

3-Day Complete Navadvipa (Mayapur) Dham Tour Package
Day 1 – Mayapur (Antardvipa & Simantadvipa)
Day 2 – Godrumadvipa, Madhyadvipa & Koladvipa
Day 3 – Rtudvipa, Jahnudvipa, Modadrumadvipa & Rudradvipa