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The film portrays a pilgrimage, starting at the Bay of Bengal where the Ganges enters the sea (Ganga Sagar), to Gangotri and Gomukh in the Himalayan Mountains where the Ganges appears. Along the journey, one can see images from significant places of pilgrimage such as Mayapur, Jaipur, Varanasi, Bodgaya, Haridwar, Rishikesh, Gangotri, and others. The film depicts the love and devotion the people of India have been exhibiting for thousands of years in the worship of Gangamayi. The commentary consists of narratives and related stories found in the Vedas describing the Ganges‘ spiritual origin, purifying power, descent to the material world, personal feature, etc. This film also contains footage capturing the atmosphere of ancient worship ceremonies, magnificent temples, impressive mystic yoga practise, etc.
The soundtrack for the film, recorded with particular shots in mind, is an interesting combination of traditional ragas and modern acoustic elements.
Additional short films (Extras): Making of (3:55); Triveni Ghat (3:10); Various: Patna, Ganga Sagar - Kapila Muni Mandir, Ambika Kalna, Lord Nityananda's marriage place, Kanpur, Neelakanth (3:01); Sadhus (2:17); Bodhgaya (Buddha temple) (2:15); Devotees (1:40)
Produced and filmed by Veda Vision Digital Multimedia Studio, Prague.
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Hare Krishna; PAMHO AGTSP. Beautiful Video. I am transported there each time I watch it.Hare Krishna; PAMHO AGTSP. Beautiful Video. I am transported there each time I watch it.Read less
Beautiful documentary journey along Ganga-Ma which complements the bbc's documentary "Ganges" very nicely. Of course, having been produced by Iskon, this film focuses more on the traditional, spiritua... Read more Beautiful documentary journey along Ganga-Ma which complements the bbc's documentary "Ganges" very nicely. Of course, having been produced by Iskon, this film focuses more on the traditional, spiritual and historical significance of Ganga and the power of chanting the holy name. I loved the diversions to Bodh Gaya and Jaipur, although I was hoping there would be a section about the Yamuna and Vrindavan...maybe a new production devoted to the "Land of Krishna" would be welcome! As a young man, I experienced the power and serenity of Ganga-Ma during long sojourns in Varanasi, Haridwar and Rishikesh. Now, as an old man approaching the end of this lifetime, those feelings of inner peace I found on the banks of the holy river come flooding back as I watched this wonderful film. Highly recommended. Jai Si Krsna!Read less