Hare Krishna Valley was founded in 1987 as a rural community for the members of the Hare Krishna Movement in Victoria, Australia. The beginning years saw the development of a great deal of infrastructure, including residential buildings, a retreat center, ashram buildings, a bridge, a dairy, and a market garden. Our goal is to practice a Krishna-conscious lifestyle in a peaceful country environment.
The current manager, Keshava dasa, and his wife, Atulya devi dasi, have lived in the Valley for the past fifteen years. Keshava says, “Hare Krishna Valley is an alternative community that recognizes the importance of living in harmony with nature and implementing sustainable practices. Our focus is on cow protection, organic farming, protection of wildlife, forest regeneration, and developing solar energy. These are all positive steps towards a more responsible and sustainable lifestyle.”
Atulya adds, “Our community’s dedication is to spiritual pursuits such as meditative chanting, studying Vedic teachings, and contemplating the ‘bigger picture’ of life. By dedicating our activities for the pleasure of Krishna, our community members are able to find purpose and meaning in their daily lives. Our aim is to develop a self-sufficient farm community in which we gratefully receive our gifts from the earth and in return, protect the earth from unnecessary harm.”
Keshava explains, “The resident members live together in a spirit of love and trust. They cooperate together to further the development of the community. Visitors are treated as welcome friends and are encouraged to use their strengths to develop a positive future. Hare Krishna Valley is a spiritual sanctuary, a place where guests can rejuvenate themselves and feel part of a greater family.”
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