Hare Krishna Gokula Kshetram is a large-scale Hare Krishna (Gaudiya Vaishnava) temple complex under construction at Kolanukonda, near Vijayawada in Andhra Pradesh. It’s envisioned as the first tallest Radha-Krishna temple in the region. Spanning around 6.5 acres, the project includes the main Radha‑Krishna temple, cultural pavilion, guest facilities, and plans for heritage events by Hare Krishna  Gokula  Kshetram.

👤 Founder & Spiritual Lineage

  • Affiliation: It’s affiliated with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), founded by A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada in 1966, following Gaudiya Vaishnava tradition.

  • Local guidance: Spearheaded by senior ISKCON acharyas and carried forward by dynamic regional leadership. Their YouTube channel features the mantra installation and community events.

🛕 Main Activities & Programs

  • Temple construction & sevas:

    • Brick Seva: Sponsor bricks.

    • Square‑Feet Seva: Support construction by symbolically sponsoring temple space.

    • Annadanam & Subhojanam: Community meals—Annadanam at temple; Subhojanam serving underprivileged hospital patients in nearby cities.

  • Devotional & cultural events:

    • Harinama Sankirtana, Anandotsav, cultural heritage fests, youth empowerment programs, spiritual workshops, kids’ Krishna-themed camps.

    • Online archana / book distribution: Spreading Krishna consciousness through remote puja and literature.

  • Festivals & rituals:

    • Major festivals like Krishna Janmashtami, Radhashtami, Gaura Purnima, Nityananda Trayodashi, Ratha Yatra, etc.

    • Regular yajna, Harinama Japa, competitions, and cultural showcases.

  • Educational & youth outreach:

    • Leadership workshops, spiritual education for youth, outreach in schools and institutions, and distribution of sacred texts/materials.

✉️ Contact Details & Location