By Madhava Smullen for ISKCON News on 6 Aug 2010Varshana Swami, a long-time resident of New Vrindaban in West Virginia, welcomed devotees this July 25th to see his progress in recreating the holy places of the original Vrindaban at the ISKCON community’s rural property. Varshana Swami, a long-time resident of New Vrindaban in West Virginia, […]

By Gaura Hari Das for ISKCON News on 6 Aug 2010Kirtana leaders from around the world descended upon the Polish Woodstock as Krsna’s Village of Peace graced the festival for the 15th Year. ISKCON`s annual presence at the festival has become known worldwide as one of ISKCON`s largest outreach festivals in Europe. Kirtana leaders from […]

Diary of a Traveling Monk By Indradyumna Swami“Thirty years ago,” he began, “I was traveling through India. I was on my way from Delhi to the Taj Mahal in Agra when my taxi driver turned off the road to a small country town. As we drove around I was attracted to the many temples and […]

By New Vrindaban CommunicationsIn addition to the rose garden, there are numerous annual gardens on the Palace of Gold terraces and patios. “These annual gardens are exceptional in their own right,” says Hickey. “On the back patio alone, there are three different varieties of canna lilies, blue salvia which is one of the most popular […]

By Madhava Smullen for ISKCON News on 24 Jul 2010Suddenly, a young fellow appears out of nowhere, a flute tucked under his arm and long red hair streaming out behind him as he runs as fast as he can, trying to catch up with them. The devotees are surprised and delighted. Devotees carry Aindra`s body […]

By Kaustubha Das for www.bhakticollective.com on 17 Jul 2010As I approached the foot of the alter a musician caught my attention. He was alone, sitting before the shrine of Sri Sri Radha Syamsundar. He appeared austere. It was cold and he was wrapped in a ragged wool shawl. His music was unlike anything I had […]

By Madhava Smullen for ISKCON News on 16 Jul 2010An estimated 20,000 devotees, congregational members, and well-wishers including local politicians and celebrities are expected to visit ISKCON’s new Vedic-style temple in Houston, Texas for its grand opening from Thursday November 4th through Sunday November 7th this year. An estimated 20,000 devotees, congregational members, and well-wishers […]

After Darshan Aarti, the devotees assemble for glorifying the cherishing memories of HG Aindra Prabhu at 8.00 AM and continue up to 12.00 noon on 19th July 2010. Prabhupad’s disciples and senior devotees narrate the wonderful activities of HG Aindra Prabhu and his contribution to the enlightening sankirtanas. In honor of Aindra I suggest you […]

By Gaura Hari Das for ISKCON News on 15 Jul 2010Viva Kultura’s Festiwal Indii started it’s 21st tour of Poland in June. Over 100 Iskcon devotees assembled in a school in the small village of Siemysl just south of Kolobrzeg, one of the Baltic Coasts largest tourist towns. The team of volunteers will put on […]

CBS TV in San Francisco covers the growing number of Gitas in budget & economy motels rooms, 65 % of which nationwide are owned by Indians from Gujarat. View Video…