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Celebrating the Construction Progress of the Main Dome

Sat, July 09, 2016 by Ratna Devi Dasi

The first photograph reveals how high we have gone up with the concreting of the TOVP Main Dome. The second photograph shows how the construction of the outer dome kalash is almost finished. If there is not too much rain during this monsoon season, it may be possible to complete the concreting of the Main

Published in Construction

Tagged under: main dome

Mukunda Goswami Speaks About TOVP

Mon, July 04, 2016 by Ratna Devi Dasi

Transcending all obstacles and challenges, the TOVP team continues to triumph in constructing this timeless architectural masterpiece. His Holiness Mukunda Swami shares an uplifting message about the TOVP. Maharaja expresses his deep gratitude and appreciation for all the hard work and dedication that TOVP team has given towards raising the temple and the Mission of

Published in ISKCON Leaders Speak Out About the TOVP

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Keeping in Touch. Expanding Our Outreach

Sat, July 02, 2016 by Braja Vilasa Das

Dear TOVP Donors and Well-Wishers, Please accept our humble obeisances. All glories to Srila Prabhupada. dadati pratigrhnati guhyam akhyati prcchati bhunkte bhojayate caiva sad-vidham priti-laksanam Offering gifts and accepting gifts, revealing one’s mind in confidence and inquiring confidentially, accepting prasada and offering prasada – these are the six symptoms of love shared by devotees. Nectar

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The Progression of the Chatri Artisan Work Continues

Sat, June 25, 2016 by Ratna Devi Dasi

Chatris are elevated dome-shaped pavilions used as an element in Indian architecture. They are commonly used to depict the elements of dignity and honor in architecture. The word chatri means “canopy” or “umbrella.” The word chatri is also used to refer to the small pavilions that mark the corners and roof of an entrance of

Published in Construction

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Chatri Marble Cladding Commences

Thu, June 09, 2016 by Sadbhuja Das

We’re starting the cladding of white marble (from Vietnam) underneath the chatris. In a few days we’ll show you some pictures with the trimmings (pillars).

Published in Construction

Tagged under: Chatris, vietnam, white marble

Cast Iron Grill Work

Thu, June 09, 2016 by Janesvari Devi Dasi

Here is a finished ‘mock-up’ of the cast-iron grill design, made by our new CNC machine. By hand this would have taken more than a month to complete (without the precision), while by machine it only took 8 hours, (with perfect alignment). So this machine is really a “God-sent”! It will be duplicated on the

Published in Art, Architecture & Design

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Temple Room Floor and Outdoor Fence Concepts

Mon, June 06, 2016 by Janesvari Devi Dasi

Here are some concepts for the main temple room floor design and outdoor fences, designed by our Russian architect Rangavati Dasi. Temple Room Floor Design Concepts Outdoor Fence Concepts FENCE LINE, FENCE-1, FENCE-2, FENCE-3, FENCE-4, FENCE-5

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Tagged under: fences, temple room floor

Small Dome ‘Ribs’ Mock-Up

Fri, June 03, 2016 by Sadbhuja Das

Here are some pictures of what the ‘ribs’ on the outside of the (small) dome will look like. We’ve used gold paint as a ‘mock-up’ on the sides, but in the final stage it will be a lot more golden as it will be made in Titanium Nitrade. Gauranga!!

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Tagged under: small dome, Titanium Nitride

Inner Dome Ceiling Coffer Mock-Up