The Temple of Chenna Kesava in Belur
At the heart of this exquisite display of classical Indian architecture lies a centuries-old tradition of deep devotion to the Deity. Belur is a small town in southern Karnataka State. It became the capital of the Hoysala dynasty (A. D. 1000-1346) duting the reign of... read more
Hampi by Adbhuta Hari Dasa
Cron of the Glorious Empire Mostly in ruins today, this area was the site of scenes from the Ramayana and the jewel of the Vijaynagar kingdom.. Hampi is mentioned in the Mahabharata, the Ramayana, and many Puranas as Pampa Kshetra or Kiskhinda. Located in the Indian... read more
Alarnath by Bhakti Vikasa Swami
Abode of Spiritual Longing This small, remote temple can inspire appreciation for the highest devotional sentiments. ALTHOUGH ALARNATH is a little known holy place, I had al ways been fascinated with the idea of going there. Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu would stay... read more
Nashik – Lord Rama’s Home in Exile by Adbhuta Hari Dasa
When Lord Rama asked the sage Agastya to suggest an area where He could build a hermitage, Agastya directed Him to this place. As described in Valmiki's Ramayana, at the time of Lord Ramacandra the Nashik area was a peaceful and attractive forest that... read more