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Zagreb, Croatia: National Media Covers the Bliss of Ratha Yatra
By Govindananda das   |  Aug 17, 2019
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On Sunday, August 11th, Sri Sri Jaganatha, Baladeva and Subhadra made their presence for the fourth time on the central streets and squares of the Croatian capital Zagreb. Many devotees shared their joy with the puclic while dancing and singing alongside the nicely decorated chariot.

Following Prahladananda Swami’s welcome, speeches were given by the Ambassador of India and the representative of the city’s Mayor. Both of them participated in the coconut breaking ceremony, marking the start of the celebratory procession.

Several reporters of prominent internet portals and newspapers also followed the event. The highlingh of the media appearances was a very positive five-minute-long coverage of the parade and the festve activities on the Croatian National Television  (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LKOh6Of4s_k).

The Ratha-yatra was organized by ISKCON Zagreb temple and supported by the Indian Embassy in Croatia. 

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