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Below, read a small selection of stories from youth who visit Barsana Dham

1. My experiences at Barsana Dham
by P. Sharma, NY, Age 18
Every experience shapes our lives and thoughts. Meeting Swami Prakashanand Saraswati and going to Barsana Dham was an experience that changed me. My faith in God has grown a lot stronger since I learned the correct philosophy of Hinduism. By knowing the philosophy it gives a better understanding of the world and people, which helps in coping with...(Read More)

2. When I first entered Barsana Dham
by B. Hansji, Fiji Islands, Age 18
It was in 1993 when I first visited Barsana Dham. I was a 2.5 year old kid with no knowledge of right or wrong nor God nor divine love. My experience, the memories, the knowledge was the most precious thing I've ever had.... (Read More)

3. Barsana Dham is my Constant
by V. Ganesan, Austin, Age 20
Imagine stripping a boy of his memories, his lifetime experiences and his entire perspective on life. Pretending that I have never been to Barsana Dham Hindu Temple in Austin, TX would have that effect.... (Read More)

4. Barsana Dham and its Effects on me
by U. Goyal, Dallas, Age 13
Whenever I enter Barsana Dham in Austin, TX, I am uplifted. The moment my body passes the barrier between the world and Barsana Dham, a wave of Divine Grace ripples through my body... (Read More)

5. My Stay at Barsana Dham
by D. Hansji, Fiji Islands, Age 25
Having known Swamiji all my life has been a great experience spritually, mentally and physically as we come to know alot about sadhana and how should we lead our lifes... (Read More)

6. Barsana Dham is my Home
by S. Joshi, Clovis California, Age 13
Barsana Dham has become my real home. Not my second home, not my vacation home, but my one and only real home. We have turned our home into the Fresno Centre, and Swamiji came to our house for 3 days, Feb 12, 13, 14. Those were the best days at this "house". If there is every a time where we have vacation, we always ask to go there. My birthday is coming up, and that’s where I asked to go... (Read More)

7. My Love for Barsana Dham
by V. Kapoor, L.A., Age 26
Many people go there for the great religious celebrations that provide the true feelings of participating in India, however, I like to go there on off times, when there are less people. This helps me to get away from the fast paced life of work, traffic and the city; it is an escape for me... (Read More)