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New Vrindaban, West Virginia: Prabhupada's Palace of Gold

Built and run by the Hare Krishnas, the Palace is an unexpected and majestic tourist attraction, reached at the end of four miles of serpentine road. Palace tour, or wander the gardens, look at statues. Ambience of royal India.

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Palace of Gold.

Prabhupada's Palace of Gold

Hidden treasure high up in the middle of nowhere. Beautiful place, now (9/16) under exterior renovation.

[Dawn Jackson, 09/08/2016]

Prabhupada's Palace of Gold.

Prabhupada's Palace of Gold

Who knew something this gorgeous is in the middle of West Virginia?!? Have to see for yourself!

[Cami Campbell, 08/20/2014]

Palace of Gold.

Prabhupada's Palace of Gold and City of God

The hubby and I went on a whim. Definitely a great place to visit. The grounds were beautiful but so very quiet, very peaceful. We had a guided tour by a monk on the Palace. Then a quarter mile down the road is the commune where the people live in this community, as well having a beautiful temple.

We ate in the cafeteria. We had no clue what we ate, but it was good.

[Tammy Blevins, 08/29/2010]

Prabhupada's Palace of Gold

Address:
3759 McCreary's Ridge Rd, New Vrindaban, WV
Directions:
I-470 exit 2 (Bethlehem). At the end of the ramp turn left, get in the right lane, then turn right onto Hwy 88. Drive south eight miles. At the stop sign, turn left onto Hwy 250 toward Cameron. Drive south 1.5 miles (past Limestone General Store). Turn left onto McCreary's Ridge Rd (County Road 44). Stay left on the paved road (which becomes CR 7) with the double yellow center line, and in less than four miles you'll reach the Palace of Gold.
Hours:
Th-M 10-5 (Call to verify) Local health policies may affect hours and access.
Phone:
304-843-1600
Admission:
Donations are requested for Palace upkeep.
RA Rates:
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