Sri Navadvipa-dhama Virtual Parikrama
The Sri Navadvipa-dhama Virtual Parikrama offers a spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience, inspired by Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura’s vision. This initiative provides darshan of holy places, scriptural insights, enlightening videos, and Google-integrated navigation. QR codes at holy places grant instant access to Gaudiya Vaishnava teachings. With a mobile-friendly, multilingual platform, devotees worldwide can engage in parikrama virtually, fulfilling the desires of previous acharyas and spreading the glories of Sri Navadvipa-dhama
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura instructed Srila Bhaktisiddhanta Sarasvati Thakura, “Try to begin the parikramā of Śrīdhāma Navadvipa as soon as possible. Thereby everyone in the universe can receive Krsna-bhakti.” Inspired by this instruction, our goal is to serve all visitors, guests of Mahaprabhu, ensuring a meaningful and spiritually enriching pilgrimage experience while exploring the holy places in Sri Navadvipa-dhama.
Key features of the Virtual Parikrama (One Stop Destination)
Srila Prabhupada, “There is no one as merciful as Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu within all three worlds. Simply by seeing Him from a distance, one is overwhelmed with love of Godhead.” (CC Madhya 16.121) Our mission is to inspire everyone on their spiritual journey, deepen their understanding of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s teachings, and spread the glories of Sri Navadvipa-dhama across the world.
- Darshan of Divine Deities: Experience the spiritual energy of each holy place.
- Scriptural Narratives: Relish the pastimes of these holy places through Vaisnava texts like Sri Navadvipa Dhama Mahatmya, Srila Prabhupada’s books, Sri Caitanya Bhagavata, and Vaisnava Bhajans.
- Multilingual Support: Explore the 64 holy places of Sri Navadvipa-dhama in your language of choice, with Google-translated texts available for broader accessibility.
- Enlightening Videos: Listen to inspiring spiritual pastimes shared by senior leaders, including HH Jayapataka Swami, HG Jananivas Prabhu, HG Pankajanghri Prabhu, and many others.
- Virtual Tour Guide: Navigate effortlessly with Google-integrated navigation.
- Mobile-Friendly Website: Easily accessible through a mobile-friendly website and can also be installed as a ‘Mobile App’ for added convenience.
- Comprehensive Pilgrimage Information: Access insights about ISKCON Mayapur’s attractions, accommodations, prasadam, visitor facilities, temple timings, and more.
Sri Navadvipa-dhama & Nine Process of devotional service
In all nine of those islands of the Navadvīpa area there are different places for cultivating devotional service. It is stated in Śrīmad-Bhāgavatam (SB 7.5.23) that there are nava-vidha bhakti, nine different activities of devotional service:
śravaṇaṁ kīrtanaṁ viṣṇoḥ smaraṇaṁ pāda-sevanam
arcanaṁ vandanaṁ dāsyaṁ sakhyam ātma-nivedanam
There are different islands in the Navadvīpa area for cultivation of these nine varieties of devotional service. They are as follows: (1) Antardvīpa, (2) Sīmantadvīpa, (3) Godrumadvīpa, (4) Madhyadvīpa, (5) Koladvīpa, (6) Ṛtudvīpa, (7) Jahnudvīpa, (8) Modadruma-dvīpa and (9) Rudradvīpa. (CC Adi 13.30 purport)
QR Code Implementation in Sri Navadvipa-dhama
Embark on a transformative pilgrimage like never before! To enhance accessibility and deepen the experience of devotees, QR codes are now being installed at various holy places across Sri Navadvipa-dhama.
By simply scanning a QR code, pilgrims can access the authentic teachings of Srila Prabhupada and the Gaudiya Vaishnava Acharyas, including scriptural wisdom, videos, Vaisnava bhajans, and links to other holy places in multiple languages (translated via Google). This initiative transforms the traditional pilgrimage into an immersive, interactive, and spiritually uplifting experience, bringing Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu’s mercy to every visitor’s fingertips.
To help you plan your pilgrimage, we have also launched an eBook – Sri Navadvipa-dhama Parikrama – featuring the locations of various holy places in each island.
Embrace the Virtual Pilgrimage Experience
Srila Bhaktivinoda Thakura writes in Sri Navadvipa Dhama Mahatmya, “What one attains by traveling to all the holy places is attained just by remembering Navadvipa.” Whether you are seeking spiritual nourishment, exploring the rich spiritual and cultural heritage of the holy places, or simply longing to connect with the sacred pastime places of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, our project serves as an immersive experience for both physical and virtual pilgrimages, right at your fingertips.
For devotees who are unable to physically visit Sri Navadvipa-dhama or undertake long-distance parikrama, this virtual pilgrimage provides a meaningful alternative, allowing them to experience and perform parikrama at their own pace, throughout the year. Through a mobile-friendly, multilingual platform we aim to inspire everyone to explore, experience, and connect their heart to the unlimited mercy of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu, fulfilling the desires of our previous Acharyas. We encourage devotees to utilize this spiritual resource to organize parikramas in their local communities!
Support this Initiative
Srila Prabhupada, “Lord Śrī Caitanya Mahāprabhu ‘s pastimes are all uncommon. Whoever listens to His activities becomes glorious, and his life becomes perfect.” (CC Madhya 16.201)
This project fosters a consistent routine of spiritual connection by providing easy access to resources that enable everyone to study and explore the pastime places of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu. We would be grateful for your support in spreading the glories of Sri Navadvipa-dhama by sharing this project with your congregation, family, friends, visitors, and on social media platforms. Together, we can connect more devotees with the unlimited mercy of Lord Sri Caitanya Mahaprabhu from anywhere in the world.
We warmly invite you to share your feedback and suggestions to further enhance this project by emailing us at ‘masterplan@mayapur.ngo’
Thank you very much for your kind support and participation in this initiative.
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By Nandan Dasa, Mayapur Master Plan Office