PRABHUPADA VILLAGE
The Temple of The Holy Name
ISKCON Founder-Acharya Srila A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada
Holy Pilgrimage
More than a Trip — A Transformational Experience
Vrindavan • Mayapur • Jagannatha Puri
When we speak of “Holy Pilgrimage”, we are referring not just to travel, but to a deeply sacred journey of the heart. While there are many holy sites across the world, pilgrimage in the Vaishnava tradition centers around those places where the Supreme Lord personally appeared and performed His transcendental pastimes.
For followers of Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu, three places hold extraordinary significance:
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Vrindavan, the land of Krishna's childhood and divine pastimes
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Mayapur, the birthplace of Lord Chaitanya, the golden avatar of devotion
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Jagannatha Puri, home to Lord Jagannatha and the Ratha-yatra festival
Spending time in these sacred Dhams is an opportunity to reconnect with your spiritual essence, immerse yourself in devotional practices, and deepen your relationship with the Lord.
Watch the short videos below for a glimpse into the beauty and power of these holy places. Let them inspire you — body, mind, and soul.Tours may be available periodically. Please contact us to learn more about upcoming pilgrimage opportunities.
Sridham Mayapur : The Birthplace of the Golden Avatar
Where the Bhakti Revolution Began
As the rising moon dispels darkness and spreads its cooling rays in all directions, so too did Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, the Golden Avatar, appear in Mayapur to flood the world with divine light, hope, and love. His life and teachings sparked a worldwide bhakti movement, one that continues to grow and illuminate hearts across the globe.
In Mayapur, the sacred land where Lord Caitanya was born, the atmosphere is thick with devotion. Every chant, every step, every breath feels like a prayer. This is not just a holy place — it is a spiritual current, pulling sincere souls closer to eternity.
“Entrance Into Eternity” is a multi-part film series that traces the sankirtan movement He began — a global revolution of love through the chanting of the holy names. As the noise of doubt and fear fades, the sacred vibration of Hare Krishna rises like the moon over Mayapur, steady and radiant.
Sri Vrindavan Dham
The Eternal Playground of Divine Love
To truly understand the essence of bhakti, one must come to Vrindavan — the heart of transcendental love.
Sri Vrindavan Dham is the sacred land of Lord Krishna’s divine appearance and pastimes. Even after more than 5,000 years, the air of Vrindavan remains thick with mysticism, beauty, and spiritual power. Every tree, every breeze, every sacred dust particle is said to carry the mood of divine love.
To walk the ancient paths of Vrindavan, to hear soft, melodious kirtan in the early morning stillness, to visit temples echoing with centuries of devotion — this is not just pilgrimage. It is an invitation to enter into Lord Krishna’s eternal world. For those who seek deeper connection, Vrindavan is not merely a place — it is a spiritual dimension that transforms the heart. But, you must go there to find out.
Jagannatha Puri Dham
The Lord of the Universe
As part of the sacred triad of holy pilgrimage sites — Mayapur, Vrindavan, and Puri — the vibrant coastal city of Jagannatha Puri holds a unique spiritual magnetism. It is here that Lord Jagannatha, “Lord of the Universe,” resides with His brother Baladeva and sister Subhadra, offering mercy to all, regardless of any material consideration.
Every year, over a million devotees gather from across the globe to witness the spectacular "Ratha Yatra" festival — a chariot procession. The streets of Puri are sanctified by the joyous kirtan of devotees, blissful dancing, and the heart's offering of devotional prayers as Lord Jagannatha, mounted on His massive wooden chariot, moves through the city surrounded by His jubilant devotees.
This sacred Dham is not only the site of powerful festivals, but also the sacred place where Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu spent the final years of His life, immersed in the highest ecstasies of divine love, weeping in separation from Lord Krishna. Embarking on a pilgrimage to Puri is a chance to touch that same mood — a deep longing for spiritual perfection, surrender to the Divine, and pure joy.