The Temple of Lord Channa Kesava by Lavangalatika Devi Dasi
It took a century to build, and eight centuries have not diminished its grandeur. THE TWELFTH-CENTURY Visnu temple at Belur, in the Indian state of Karnataka, was built by the Hoysala king Vishnuvardhana. The Hoysalas were originally a tribe of the Western Ghats, the... read more
Indonesia’s Vedic Valley by Indradyumna Swami
Devotees on the Hare Krsna farm near Jakarta hope to demonstrate the wisdom of the Vedic culture that once flourished in Indonesia. FOR ME THE ISLAND OF JAVA always stood as a land of mystery and adventure. From stories of prehistoric Java Man to tales of sailors of... read more
Pandharpur Land of Lord Vitthala by Lokanath Swami
Devoted pilgrims travel hundreds of kilometers and wait all night to see their Lord for a few moments. THROUGHOUT the provinces of India, the Supreme Lord is worshiped in various forms. In Andhra Pradesh He appears as Tirupati Balaji, in Kerala as Guruvayurappan, in... read more
Sri Radha-Ramanaji The Self-Manifested Deity by Padma Nabha Goswami
Seeing His devotee's desire to increase His loving service, Lord Krsna responds in a most glorious way. WHEN Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu visited South India on His tour of the holy places, He visited the Sri Rangam Temple. In front of the Deity He... read more