ISKCON Radhadesh Temple

The Founder of ISKCON, A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, incorporated the society in 1966. Most ISKCON members practice Krishna consciousness in their homes and live and work in society – only visiting their local temple for special occasions such as festivals. The society has centers in practically all countries and major cities of the world and is dedicated to the propagation of spiritual culture.

Radhadesh is a spiritual community founded in 1979. It is based in the Château de Petite Somme – a 19th century castle in the Belgian Ardennes. The community and facilities are spread over 47 hectares, and include pasturing grounds and scenic woodland. There are around 100 people who live in the community. Radhadesh is a non-profit making organization (an a.s.b.l. / v.z.w) administered by a democratic general council, and is the main center for the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) in the Benelux.