Help Preserve ISKCON Temple Shillong
Your donation helps preserve ISKCON Temple Shillong through documentation, conservation work, and community engagement. Every contribution counts.
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High-resolution photography and 3D scanning create a permanent digital record. If restoration is ever needed, we have the exact specifications.
Professional conservation work including structural repairs, surface cleaning, and preventive measures to stop further deterioration.
Educational workshops, local awareness campaigns, and sustainable tourism initiatives that benefit surrounding communities.
Cultural Heritage
The establishment of the ISKCON temple in Shillong during the late 20th century represents a significant historical moment in the expansion of Gaudiya Vaishnavism into India's northeastern frontier. This period, marked by the global outreach of ISKCON, saw the deliberate planting of a prominent Vaishnava spiritual center in Meghalaya, a state predominantly shaped by indigenous Khasi traditions and later, a strong Christian presence. The initial interest in 1980 CE, culminating in the land acquisition on Hare Krishna Hill in 1990 CE, involved navigating a complex socio-religious landscape, underscoring the pioneering spirit of the early devotees. The decade-long construction phase, from the foundation laid in 1990 CE to the installation of deities around 2000 CE, was a monumental undertaking that solidified ISKCON's footprint in the region. The architectural synthesis, drawing from Nagara, Kalinga, and broader Indo-Classical styles, was a conscious effort to integrate the temple within a pan-Indian aesthetic while establishing a distinct visual identity amidst the verdant Meghalayan hills. This historical development not only provided a dedicated space for Vaishnava worship but also introduced a new dimension to the religious and cultural mosaic of the East Khasi Hills.
Architectural Heritage
Built in the Nagara-Kalinga architecture style, Nagara architecture style, Bengal Temple architecture style, Indo-Classical architecture style style, showcasing traditional construction methods and artistic craftsmanship.
Educational Resource
An important learning resource for students, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding our architectural heritage.
Local Benefits
Preservation efforts create opportunities for local communities through tourism, traditional skills, and cultural activities.
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- 1Direct impact on ISKCON Temple Shillong preservation and conservation
- 280G tax benefits - save up to 30% through tax deductions
- 3100% transparency with detailed fund utilization reports
- 4Supports documentation, restoration, and community engagement
- 5Helps prevent deterioration of irreplaceable cultural heritage
- 6Enables future generations to experience this architectural marvel