Harvard Plurism Project: History and Profile of Radha Madhav Dham

Harvard Plurism Project: History and Profile of Radha Madhav Dham

Radha Madhav Dham
Shree Raseshwari Radha Rani Temple
400 Barsana Rd
Austin, TX 78737
Phone: 512-288-7180

History

Radha Madhav Dham, the main Hindu center of Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat in the United States, was inspired by the historic ashrams of the Saints of Vrindavan. The temple is situated on 200 acres of land as a representation of the Braj in India. This is a sacred site that was visited by Shree Radha Rani and Shree Krishn 5,000 years ago. The temple receives 50,000 visitors each year who participate in devotional teachings, religious programs, and celebrations. The visitors comprise a diversity of people from western and Indian communities alike.

About

Shree Raseshwari Radha Rani Temple is renowned as the first Hindu temple built in Austin, Texas, and remains one of the largest Hindu temples in the United States. Established in 1990, the temple combines architecture from several different styles, including North Indian, South Indian, both ancient and modern. The temple contains 84 columns and five levels, covering a total of 35,000 square feet. The temple offers daily visiting hours, darshan timings, and other services including prayer, chanting meditation, live or video-recorded speeches, and Arti. The temple’s visitor info provides schedules and times for when these services are available.

Festivals and Events (2011)

Maha Shivratri March 6
Holi March 19
Ram Navmi April 10
Mela April 30
Hindu Family Camp July 1-4
Jhulan Leela August 13-14
Krishn Janmashtmi August 20
Radha Ashtmi September 4
Radha Rani Rath Yatra Celebration October 8
Divali Celebration October 29
Govardhan Pooja October 30
Hindu Family Camp December 26-30
New Year’s (24 chanting) December 31 noon- January 1 noon