Vision
Vrindavan EcoVillage is a thriving spiritual community and a global union of humanity and nature.
In this community, spiritual values, health, care for the earth, and respect for life become part of everyday practice.
We strive to become an example of spiritual revival and a practical model for the future that can be replicated in different countries around the world.
In this community, spiritual values, health, care for the earth, and respect for life become part of everyday practice.
We strive to become an example of spiritual revival and a practical model for the future that can be replicated in different countries around the world.
Mission
The mission of Vrindavan EcoVillage is to share the experience of pure and elevated living with the people of South America and the world, setting an example of harmony between spirituality and care for the planet.
“The Holy Name of Krishna will be heard in all villages and cities throughout the world.”
Chaitanya-bhagavata, Antya, 4.126
“I encourage farm projects everywhere. It is a very important, essential program. Therefore, engage in it enthusiastically, and Krishna will be pleased.”
Srila Prabhupada, letter from Jan. 13, 1977
“And if this piece of land becomes New Vrindavan, I will forget about returning to Vrindavan in India.”
Srila Prabhupada, letter from Apr. 23, 1968
Realizing Srila Prabhupada's Vision
Bhakti Dhira Damodara Swami is the spiritual leader and visionary behind Vrindavan EcoVillage.
His leadership helps the team maintain the purity and depth of its spiritual mission. With him we are creating a settlement that is a spiritual, educational, and cultural center.
Our efforts are aimed at creating a healthy society where everyone can experience an atmosphere of spiritual peace.
Our efforts are aimed at creating a healthy society where everyone can experience an atmosphere of spiritual peace.
Spiritual leader’s address
Vrindavan EcoVillage is supported by prominent ISKCON spiritual leaders. Their guidance and blessings are a source of inspiration for the project team.
Blessings
Each of the 18 areas serves the mission and supports the others. Together, they form the spiritual and social ecosystem of the future — a place of harmony, service, and sustainable living.
Priority project areas
01
Spiritual center — the heart of the project
The territory includes:
- Krishna-Balaram Mandir temple
- Pushpa-samadhi of Srila Prabhupada
- Bhajan-kutirs of acharyas
- Sacred geography of Vraja-Mandala.
02
Education
- Kindergarten
- Gurukula
- Vaishnava education institute
- Yoga school
- Retreats
- Courses on Vedic culture and sustainable living
03
Vaishnava festivals
A venue for festivals and celebrations for up to 500+ people, with a stage, sound system, and all the necessary infrastructure.
04
Health promotion
- Wellness center
- Ayurvedic clinic
- Gym
- Yoga
- Phytotherapy
- Panchakarma
- Naturopathy
05
Agriculture
- Agroforestry
- Permaculture
- Planting 20,000 trees
- Restoring soil fertility
06
Caring for cows
- Goshalas
- Dairy farming
- Revival of a natural approach to animals
07
Nature conservation
- APP and Reserva Legal territories
- conservation of forests, water sources, ecosystems, and biodiversity
08
Cultural exchange
- Vedic holidays
- Festivals
- Cultural and tourist exchange between India and Brazil
- Concerts
- Fairs
- Master classes
- Vedic cuisine
09
Social service
- Food for Life
- Harinamas
- Book distribution
- Spiritual awakening of local residents
11
Care for the elderly
This area embodies the culture of respect for elders, providing them with decent living conditions and opportunities to participate in community activities.
12
Hospice
Hospice provides compassionate and spiritual care for those who are in the final stages of life.
13
Hospitality and tourism
Apartments for spiritual leaders and guests, world-class ecotourism infrastructure.
14
Volunteer quarter
A compound for volunteers and staff with accommodation, kitchens, a prayer hall, and spaces for joint ministry.
15
Manufacturing and eco-friendly products
This area develops the settlement's economy by creating natural products and goods that promote health and ecology.
16
Sustainable infrastructure
- Autonomous water supply
- Solar energy
- Water purification and reuse
- Waste management.
17
Utility infrastructure
- Roads, energy
- Water supply and sewerage networks
- Service and technical units ensuring the operation of all areas.
18
Ashrams and guest houses
The settlement has infrastructure for Vaishnavas and guests:
- Grihasthas
- Sannyasis
- Brahmacharis
- Pilgrims
- Guests
Забота о престарелых
Эта зона воплощает культуру почитания старших, предоставляя им достойные условия для жизни и участия в общинной деятельности. Здесь пожилые люди получают медицинскую поддержку и возможность заниматься духовной практикой в окружении заботы. Это место, где старость — это время мудрости и спокойствия.
В этой зоне находятся:
В этой зоне находятся:
- Уважение, здоровье и участие в жизни общины — культура почитания старших в действии.
- Проживание: отдельные/общие комнаты с адаптацией под потребности.
- Медицинская поддержка: регулярные осмотры, аюрведа и современная терапия.
- Социальная и духовная жизнь: лекции, праздники, общие программы.
- Здоровье: мягкая йога, прогулки в садах, массаж, физиотерапия.
Хоспис
Хоспис предоставляет милосердный и духовный уход для тех, кто находится на последнем этапе жизни. Круглосуточная поддержка, медитации и общение с наставниками создают атмосферу спокойствия и достоинства. Это пространство, где сострадание и присутствие помогают пройти этот путь с миром в душе.
В этой зоне находятся:
В этой зоне находятся:
- Милосердие, духовная поддержка и комфорт — сострадание и присутствие до последнего мгновения.
- Круглосуточный уход и облегчение состояния (аюрведа + современные методы).
- Духовная поддержка: киртаны, мантра-медитация, общение с наставниками.
- Уют: маломестные палаты, семейные комнаты, сады тишины.
- Участие общины и волонтёров в заботе.
Производство и экотовары
Эта зона развивает экономику поселения, создавая натуральные продукты и товары, поддерживающие здоровье и экологию. Здесь производят аюрведические препараты, эко-химию и одежду из природных материалов. Это направление обеспечивает самодостаточность и способствует бережному отношению к природе.
В этой зоне находятся:
В этой зоне находятся:
- Натуральные лекарства, продукты и бытовая эколиния — экономика, поддерживающая здоровье и экологию быта.
- Лекарственные препараты: аюрведа; фитосборы; средства на основе продуктов коровы (по нормам).
- Оздоровительные продукты: масла, настои, фитопрепараты.
- Экотовары: натуральное мыло, стиральные порошки, эко-химия.
- Одежда и ткани: натуральные материалы; традиционные фасоны; природные красители.
Brazil is a unique ecosystem, ideally suited for sustainable living.
01
The greenest country on the planet
#1 in the world for the amount of living vegetation and biodiversity.
02
60% of the country is jungle
Almost two-thirds of Brazil consists of natural, untouched forests and preserved ecosystems.
03
15% of the territory is under protection
One in every seven square kilometers of Brazil is a nature reserve.
04
20% of all fresh water in the world
One in every five liters of fresh water on Earth is found in Brazil.
05
93% of electricity is renewable
One of the most environmentally friendly energy sectors among leading economies.
06
Well-developed healthcare system
The state-run free SUS system and strong private healthcare.
We are creating a community where spirituality and ecology intertwine with modern lifestyles, giving rise to harmony and a sustainable model for the future.
Vrindavan Eco Village
is 60 hectares of fertile land in Alto Paraíso de Goiás. The site is surrounded by three rivers in Brazil's picturesque Chapada dos Veadeiros nature reserve.
Photos of the area
Average annual temperature +21 °C
Protected areas of the Chapada dos Veadeiros Reserve
Natural crystalline zone with strong energy
Safety — no earthquakes, floods, or forest fires
Over 120 waterfalls
The uniqueness of the Alto Paraíso de Goiás region
15 km
to the center of Alto Paraíso
5 km
to São Bento waterfall
5 km
to the Garden of Maitreya
In addition to well-known attractions, there are many lesser-known tourist destinations: natural pools with crystal clear water, panoramic viewpoints on the Serra da Chapada plateau, and picturesque trekking routes through the savannah of the Cerrado, where you can truly appreciate the silence and scale of pristine nature.
3 hours
to Brasilia Airport
20 km
to the center of São Jorge
18 km
to Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park
What is there around Vrindavan EcoVillage?
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Project development strategy
Step 1
Registration of the Association.
We have already registered a religious Association that operates on the basis of a charter that complies with Brazilian law and the principles of the Gaudiya Vaishnavism spiritual tradition.
We have already registered a religious Association that operates on the basis of a charter that complies with Brazilian law and the principles of the Gaudiya Vaishnavism spiritual tradition.
Invitation to cooperate
Today we have a rare opportunity to acquire additional land and ensure the further development of the project.
Your participation is not only an investment in the future, but also a contribution to spiritual heritage and the creation of an eco-community that combines care for nature and eternal values.
Your participation is not only an investment in the future, but also a contribution to spiritual heritage and the creation of an eco-community that combines care for nature and eternal values.
When you purchase a plot, you are not just buying land — you are helping to create a spiritual eco-village that will inspire generations to come.
Project team
spiritual leader of the Vrindavan EcoVillage project
His Holiness Bhakti Dhira Damodara Swami
A disciple of Srila Bhakti Tirtha Swami, the first African sannyasi in ISKCON. He oversees the development of Surabhi spiritual farming communities in Africa and inspires eco-projects around the world.
GBC Minister of Cow Protection and Agriculture
Kalakantha Das | Carlos Queiroz
ISKCON Minister of Agriculture, founder of the Feed the Earth platform. Expert in cow protection and regenerative agriculture, organizer of farming conferences.
Architect
Fernando Diaz
An architect and designer with over 20 years of experience, having completed over 100 corporate and residential architecture projects in Brazil and abroad. Since 1996, he has been a specialist in energy harmonization of spaces using Vastu Shastra. His portfolio also includes urban planning for two rural spiritual communities under the guidance of Bhakti Dhira Damodara Swami.
Financial Coordinator
Krishna Nandini Devi Dasi | Cristiane Refondini
Co-founder and financial coordinator of Vrindavan EcoVillage. Responsible for the project's budget and strategy.
Personnel Coordinator/HR
Maha Grantha Das | Marcelo Ramon Bobarini
Responsible for interacting with the community, listening to and supporting devotees, and fostering a healthy atmosphere within the group.
Director of the Vrindavan EcoVillage project
Varshana Das | Dmitrii Vasilev
Head of the educational branch of the project. Organizer of retreats, online schools, and spiritual programs. Bhakti teacher with many years of experience in teaching and creating educational initiatives.
Organizational Coordinator
Ishvara Das | Ilya Gvozdev
Managing Partner of Vrindavan EcoVillage. Responsible for legal support, licensing, and strategic planning. Over 18 years of experience in development. Founder of Panchakarma.club agency.
Administrative Coordinator
Nitai Pada Kamala Das | Nutai Pada Castelo Branco Bobarini
Mathematics teacher, specialist in administration and educational programs. Oversees the Association's organizational processes.
Environmental Management Coordinator
Roma Sobolev | Roman Sobolev
Mathematics teacher, specialist in administration and educational programs. Oversees the Association's organizational processes.
Official construction partner of the Eco Vrindavan project
Ramabihari Das | Denis Khamitov
Founder of PKF Agat (Tyumen). Over 30 years of experience, dozens of completed projects, including residential complexes and temples.
Managing Partner, Eco Vrindavan
Angada Das | Alexey Golovin
Entrepreneur, founder of a vegetarian food production company (vsvkus.ru). Responsible for sales and customer relations.
Audit Committee
Maxim Kutsyi
CEO of Stroyproekt (sproekt.ru). Over 20 years of experience in architecture and engineering. Has completed dozens of landmark projects, including schools, business centers, residential complexes, the Vegas shopping mall, and the Russian Embassy in Panama.
Sales Department
Nimai Sundara Das | Nikolai Marinchev
Fundraising
Gauranga-Charan Das | Ilya Polegaev
Project Management Coordinator
Hélio Bastos
Specialist in Ayurvedic agriculture and naturopathy. Grows plants without chemicals, using ancient methods. Knowledgeable in Ayurveda, homeopathy, and herbal medicine.
Only together can we embody a living example of how spiritual values, harmony with nature, and sustainable development become the foundation of the spiritual eco-village of our time.
