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The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) is a world-wide movement dedicated to the philosophy and practice of Bhakti Yoga. It is managed by a Governing Body Commission (GBC) that ensures the standards and guidelines of the organization are followed. There are over 400 temples and centers throughout the world.
ISKCON of Washington DC, located in Potomac, opened its doors to the public in 1975. Our founder, Srila Prabhupada, visited in 1976. The main building, a beautiful temple, is home to a very special Deity of Krishna. It is ISKCON’s first Krishna Deity in America. The Deity is called Madan Mohan, and is the center of the community here.
ISKCON of DC sits on 12 acres of beautiful forested land. Along with the Temple, there is a Cultural Hall, a creek meandering through the property, where we grow flowers and vegetables and lovingly take care of our cows.