Radhe Radhe Everyone!
In today's blog I'll share information regarding the garden of Prem Mandir which is all around the temple and very well maintained with vibrant flowers well manicure lawns and amazing pathways.
There are numerous fountains in the garden and during the light show at evening these fountains adds to the beauty of the temple and attract devotees from all around the world. This place is no less than heaven and full of love. I met people of different religions and caste here, all united by love for Lord Krishna and Radha Rani.
Radhe Krishna Swinging
In this garden you will see various sculptures of Lord Krishna representing the different leelas which means the life of Lord Krishna. Just, imagine there was a time when God lived in earth like a normal boy! Lucky and those who were around Lord Krishna at that time. In the garden you will see numerous life size sculptures of the Lord Krishna and Radha Rani around the garden which are very well decorated with flowers and beautiful dresses and lots of jewellery.Radha Rani is symbol of pure unconditional love, purity and devotion.
Kaliya Daman Leela
In the picture above a you can see a multi headed snake venomous snake is called Kalia Nag. He used to live at Yamuna river near Vrindavan and all the water of the river poisonous and the surrounding around the river turned into toxic fumes.
Garden is full of leela's of Krishna and let me tell you more about Kaliya Mardan Leela which symbolise the victory of love and restoration of harmony in nature. Let me tell you the story behind this. Kaliya Nag, a serpent used to live in Yamuna river at Vrindavan a making water all poisonous and unhealthy for use. People used to fear him and avoid going to Yamuna river. Monday Krishna and his friends were playing around the river when the ball fail into the water. So to retrieve the ball Krishna went near the river and his friend tried to stop him because they were aware about the Kaliya Nag. As Krishna reached near the river Kalia Nag challenge Krishna for a fight. Of yours battle started between Krishna and Kalia which ended with Kalia's With dancing and playing flute Krishna Rose up from the river standing on the head of Kalia Nag. This made people happy and they dance with joy and love.
The sculpture in the Prem garden Vrindavan shows the divine power of Lord Krishna and his role as a protector of world. But did you know that Krishna didn't kill the Kaliya Nag. He simply told him to leave the Yamuna river and this also symbolises purification, redemption as Krishna forgives the Kaliya Nag even after causing lots of harm to people of Vrindavan. In Vrindavan you will see that the story of Kali Nag is mostly celebrated in art and in dance form and also in literature you will get to know more about the Leela. Basically show the victory of good over the evil.
The Most Famous Ras Leela
The picture above you can see the life size sculpture of Radha Krishna along with Gopi and it represent one of the most amazing beautiful and celebrated scene from Indian mythology and the Leela is known as Ras Leela. A deep born between the Krishna, Gopis and Radha Rani. In the picture you can see gopi's around the Radha Krishna playing and dancing with love and joy.Krishna is seen standing gracefully with a smile on his face and with his enchanting fluid in hand. And beside Krishna you can see Radha Rani standing gracefully with love. All the plants you see in the picture are original and while blooming with grace and love. These plants are really lucky to be there around Lord Krishna and Radha Rani.The Ras Leela is celebration of love Joy happiness and it represent The spiritual and unconditional love and the union of soul with the divine Krishna.**
Life size sculpture of Birds
Also in the garden you will see various cultures of birds which include peacock parrots doves and swans. The vibrant colours and the realistic texture make this sculptures look real and they totally ads to the beauty of garden. These birds sculptures are shown around the fountain drinking water and on branches of tree and some are trying to fly. Basically, the dove represent the peace and harmony with nature and it give a beautiful and loving spiritual atmosphere to Prem Mandir.
Painting Of Sleeping Krishna
The garden was a very well maintained, there were selected plants in the garden with vibrant colours and fragrance. The garden really helps you to come down and provide you a place to chant and to practice meditation. Also you can see a huge painting of Krishna sleeping, which represent the balance of the universe and absolute trust and love.
There are different type of plants in the garden of Prem Mandir some are flowering plants and you will also see on the mental shrubs and their are lots of sacred and mythological trees around the garden. This garden literally brings life within you. Sacred plants such as Tulsi and People are also hear which represent the divine growth. This place is heaven and the flowers and the beautiful garden contributes to make it a beautiful space of peace and devotion and spiritual energy.
That's all for today's blog and hope you guys enjoyed it. Do let me know if you have visited the place before and about your experience in the comments.
Thank you for your time and reading
Hare Krishna