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Few places are as closely associated with the deity Krishna as is Vrindavan, on the banks of the Yamuna, a few hours'drive south-east of Delhi.But Vrindavan has its darker, less-loving side - it is known as "the city of widows".
Thousands of widows have been making their way to one particular town in the north of India. Cast out by their families, or simply alone in the world, some travel hundreds of miles to get there, and nobody quite knows why.
Considered inauspicious, many soon find they have lost their income and are ostracised in their home villages. Some are sent away by their husbands' families who want to prevent them inheriting money or property.
Brindavan has always been touted as a Timeless Treasure as it is the birthplace of Lord Krishna.
Situated on the banks of the river Yamuna, which must have been a sustaining water body clean and full of Himalayan snowmelt. It is now a filthy stinking river in which only the industrial and city waste runs.
So much of the revered place and the river.
The historic city of Brindavan always holds a revered place in the hearts of devotees and history enthusiasts alike. Nestled along the banks of the sacred Yamuna river, this hallowed ground is forever intertwined with the divine life and legends of Lord Krishna.
It was here, in the lush groves and verdant meadows of Brindavan, that the beloved Krishna spent his carefree youth, captivating all with his enchanting flute and playful exploits. The very air is imbued with the spirit of Krishna's timeless romance and spiritual teachings.
As we walk the hallowed paths of Brindavan, we are transported to a realm where the divine and the mortal seamlessly intertwine. The temples, ghats, and ashrams that dot this sacred landscape stand as timeless testaments to the enduring legacy of Lord Krishna's love and wisdom.
To visit Brindavan is to commune with the very essence of India's spiritual heritage. It is a place that inspires reverence, wonder, and a deep appreciation for the rich tapestry of our shared history and cultural identity.
The protagonist here is a part of a group of devotees perhaps from Kolkatta who is leading the way through the narrow bustling lane in the city while much liveried brass band players get ready to rock and roll.
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Kirtanananda up at Silent Mountain after leaving New Vrindavan. Banished away for engaging in illicit activities with "men, women and children." (as Jayadvaita Swami likes to say)
An old priest of the temple at Keshi Ghat, Vrindavan listens to the news on his transistor radio as monkeys scoure the area for food on a balmy spring afternoon.
Paramahamsa Vishwananda took devotees on a trip to the holy land of Vraj. They performed parikrama of the city and visited sacred temples like Nidhivan and Radha-kunda. Of course, there was also satsang, abhishekam to Giridhari, and loud, joyous prayers at Shree Giridhar Dham!
Check out our reflections from this incredible pilgrimage!
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It is the site of an ancient forest which is the region where, according to the Mahabharata, the Supreme Lord Krishna spent his childhood days.
I'm uploading this version for all you purests out there! I do like the antique quality of the the frame. I've lived with this image so long maybe my pscyhe feels it has scratches on it. But thanks for reminding me that it works just fine as a "photograph"
Peace.
Goloka is said to be the eternal abode of Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Vishnu according to some Vaishnava schools, including Gaudiya Vaishnavism. The Bhagavata Purana (Srimad Bhagavatam) describes Goloka as a highest planet or realm (loka) of the Vaikuntha planets for the devotees of Krishna who is known as the protector of cows and hence the latter are found in abundance in Goloka. Also sometimes referred to as Vrindavan, it is a land of plenty rich with natural beauty bearing a resemblance to Garden of Eden. In Goloka Krishna resides with Radharani, Krishna's eternal consort, and countless other devotees.
Bhagwati, 70, a widow, sitting and pondering about life on the threshold of the Bhagwan Bhajan Ashram in Vrindavan.
Holy City of Vrindavan, street-view.
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Vrindavan is the land of kadamb groves, where Krishna courted his beloved Radha and played pranks on the gopis or milkmaids, a land immortalised by stories of Krishna’s love games. Despite the decay that has set in, the town comes alive with major festivals like Janamashtami, Holi and Radhashtami. It is estimated that half a million pilgrims visit the town every year, mostly during the festivals.
The Kartik Pilgrimage 2018 featured the holy city of Vrindavan and the surrounding land of Vraj. Attracted by the love and guidance of Paramahamsa Vishwananda, around 250 international pilgrims made their way to experience the temples and saints that make this part of India so sacred. Starting with Diwali celebrations and ending with Kartik night, dancing and singing and praising the Lord was a constant theme throughout this unforgettable journey.
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Vrindavan (Hindi: वृन्दावन) (alternatively spelled Vrindaban, Brindavan, Brindavana, or Brundavan) also known as Vraj (as it lies in the Braj region) is a town in the Mathura district of Uttar Pradesh, India. It is the site of an ancient forest which is the region where according to the Mahabharata, a grand Epic of Sanskrit literature dating back to the 3000BC, the diety Krishna spent his childhood days.
The town is about 10 km away from Mathura, the city of Lord Krishna's birthplace, near the Agra-Delhi highway. The town hosts hundreds of temples dedicated to the worship of Radha and Krishna and is considered sacred by a number of religious traditions such as Gaudiya Vaishnavism, Vaishnavism, and Hinduism in general...wiki
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Vrindavan, seen from the ghat at Mathura soon after dawn. The black Yamuna river is speckled with flowers offered the evening before. Monkeys reach out to pluck out one for breakfast. Pilgrims sing as they walk in the street. It's all so calm and friendly. Another flavour of wonderful India.
Three widows in Vrindavan. This was shot a year back, on a recent trip their dwelling was abandoned.