Situated in the middle of rivers Jalangi and Hoogly Mayapur is one of the favourite places of devotees of Krishna.
There are several dieties like Lord Nrisingha Dev, Radha Madhav and Radha’s Ashtasakhis and Srilla Prabhupada Iskcon Mayapur is best known for this beautiful ambience which overwhelms the visitors.
There are four bhavans in the Iskcon Temple for accomodation of tourists. These bhavans aee Conch Bhavan, Ishodaya Bhavan, Gada Bhavan and Vamsi Bhavan. There is a Gurukul present in the premises of Iskcon where children from various parts of the world come to study. However one has to take special permission from the securities near Gada Bhavan to visit the premises.
There is a saying in Vishnu Puran (1:19:65)” Namo Brahmanya devaya go brahmana hitayacha, Jagad Dhitaya Krishnaya Govindaya Namo Namah”. This means that God or Vishnu is the wellwisher of mankind and all other creations. He is the well wisher of cows, brahmans and the entire creation. Adhering to this teaching there is a Goshala in Iskcon Mayapur. If you visit this place, you will find around 200 bulls, calves and cows. The milk obtained from the cows are not only used for the Puja but used in making prasadam. Moreover fresh ghee, rabdi and other products are made using the milk. The Sandhya Arti in the Iskcon Temple is a treat to watch. If one wants to visit a place to enhance thin mental peace and also enjoy their mini vacation Iskcon is a must visit.
By Subhechcha Ganguly
Photo 1 and 2 :Subhechcha Ganguly
