ISKCON has been invited to be part of the Gauteng Social Cohesion Carnival! Endorsed by the Deputy President, Mr Cyril Ramaphosa, the Parliamentary Portfolio Committees on Tourism and Arts and Culture, as well as the Department of Communications, the Department of Traditional Affairs, and City of Tshwane, the carnival will include a vibrant parade with…
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Hare Krishna Festival Dedicated to Nelson Mandela Draws Thousands
December 7, 2013 The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), popularly know as the Hare Krishna movement today hosted a magnificent festival for thousands just South of Johannesburg, South Africa in celebration of the life and legacy of South Africa’s most famous son, Nelson Mandela. Ratha Yatra, a chariot festival with roots in ancient India is…
Chant for Change – Festival of Chariots : 26 Aug 2012
The Krsna Balarama Youth Group (KBYG) has pleasure to invite you to our 5th Annual Festival of Chariots – Chant for Change which takes place on the 26th August 2012 from 09h30 at the Old Parktonian Grounds in Randburg. Krsna is a Sanskrit word for All Attractive and Balarama is the Sanskrit word for Power…