The Lifting of Govardhana Hill Govardhana Hill is the sacred mountain that was lifted by Krishna in order to save the Vrajavasis from the torrential rains sent by Lord Indra, the king of heaven, who wanted … Read More
Navala means “evergreen.” Govardhana Hill is said to resemble a peacock. This kunda is also called Punchari Kunda because this area is the tail (brunch) of Govardhana. Punchari is part of the area where Krishna … Read More
02 2016 Chapter 17: The History of Kâliya and Krishna Swallows a Forest Fire (1) The king said: ‘Why did Kâliya give up Ramanaka, the abode of the serpents, and what caused the enmity of Garuda … Read More
“This is where Krishna killed the demon Shankhachuda and removed the priceless jewel from his head and presented to Balarama as a gift. Shankachuda was a follower of Kuvera, the Lord of the Yakshas and the … Read More
The place where Yoghurt was churned (Dadhi-manthana-sthal) or Ukhal bandhan sthan. Yashoda would churn yoghurt here. Once, during the last part of the night, baby Krishna was sleeping on His bed. The previous day, Yashoda-maiya … Read More
Pili Pokhara, also known with various other names, is a most beautiful pond at the foot of the hill where Varsana is located. The transcendental pastimes that happened in this holiest of place cannot but give … Read More
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura Bhajana Kutira Radha Kunda The house of Bhaktivinoda Thakura was built in the beginning of the century. We can find it on the way further away from Syamakunda. Bhaktivinoda Thakura during his life … Read More
Govardhana Puja Govardhana Puja, also known as Annakuta Festival, is celebrated during the month of Kartika (October – November), on the day after Diwali. This festival celebrates the offering of a mountain of food items to … Read More
