Yamuna Maa · A Sacred Sanctuary | RKTNC Apex NC

Radha Krishna Temple of NC · Apex

Yamuna Maa

Where Sacred Waters Flow Into Souls

॥ जय यमुना मैया ॥

At the Radha Krishna Temple, we are creating more than a beautiful pond — we are bringing Vrindavan to North Carolina. A living sanctuary where the spirit of Yamuna Maa flows freely, where every soul can find stillness, devotion, and grace.

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The Call of Yamuna Maa

Not Just a Pond.

For generations, the sacred River Yamuna has been the heartbeat of Vrindavan — the very waters where Shri Krishna played, where Radha Rani bathed, where thousands of devotees have found their tears, their laughter, and their liberation.

Today, at the Radha Krishna Temple in Apex, North Carolina, we carry that same divine spirit westward. The Yamuna Maa Sanctuary is our offering — a sacred space not just for worship, but for anyone who seeks stillness in a world that rarely stands still.

"This is not a construction project. This is a sacred act of love — for Yamuna Maa, for our community, and for every soul who will sit by these waters and feel something shift inside them."

— Radha Krishna Temple, Apex NC

For years, devotee offerings have quietly sustained and beautified these temple grounds. Now, with a greater vision and a united community, we take the next step — creating a sanctuary where devotion, community, and inner peace meet at the water's edge.

Aerial view of Yamuna Maa at Radha Krishna Temple, Apex NC
The Vision — Yamuna Maa at RKTNC, Apex NC
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The Sacred Plan

A Sanctuary Crafted with Devotion

Every stone, every flower, every ripple has been planned with intentionality — to create a space where community and contemplation coexist in harmony.

Yamuna Maa Pond Development plan — Apex NC

This is not simply a pond. It is a living mandala — an elliptical form echoing the sacred geometry of Braj Bhoomi, surrounded by stone paths, flowering gardens, and open skies. Whether you come for morning meditation, festival Aarti, or simply to sit in silence — Yamuna Maa will hold you.

Sacred elliptical pond with natural stone edge (6–12" rip rap)
50-foot curved wooden meditation & Aarti deck
6-foot paver parikrama path encircling the waters
5-foot wooden entry bridge — a symbolic ghat
Inner flower garden (2–3') & outer landscape border (3–5')
Decorative aluminum safety fencing (3'6" height)
Lush landscaping between deck & paved area
Wide 6-foot walkway encircling the full perimeter

Your Seva, Your Legacy

What Your Offering Creates

Every act of seva becomes a petal in the lotus of this sanctuary. Choose your offering — each gift touches Yamuna Maa's sacred ground permanently, beautifully, for all.

$31
Pushp Seva
Donate a flowering bush on the banks of Yamuna Maa — a perennial offering that blooms season after season
$51
Parikrama Paver
Donate a sacred paver on the Yamuna Maa Parikrama Path — a step walked in devotion by thousands of seekers
$101
Ghat Plank
Donate a plank on the wooden Ghat — where devotees first step to touch the sacred waters of Yamuna Maa
$251
Sacred Stones
Donate the rip rap stones that physically touch Yamuna Maa's waters — the eternal embrace of earth and river
$1,001
Ghat Sponsor
Sponsor the sacred Ghat in full — where lamps will be offered and devotees will step toward Yamuna Maa for generations
$2,501
Flower Bed Sponsor
Sponsor the inner flower garden surrounding the waters — a living garland offered at the feet of Yamuna Maa
$5,001
Parikrama Sponsor
Sponsor the full sacred Parikrama Path — the circuit of devotion walked by every soul who comes to Yamuna Maa
🪔 Highest Seva · Limited $10,001
Grand Sponsor
Become the founding patron of Yamuna Maa — your name honored at the sanctuary permanently, your seva woven into the very soul of this sacred space for all generations to come

Questions

Frequently Asked

Is my donation tax-deductible?▼
Yes. RKTNC is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are fully tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. You will receive a receipt upon request or at year-end for tax filing. Please include your email with any check or Zelle donation.
Is this only for temple members, or can anyone visit?▼
The Yamuna Maa Sanctuary is a gift to the entire community — to people of all backgrounds, faiths, and walks of life. Anyone who seeks peace, beauty, or a moment of stillness is welcome to walk the parikrama path, sit by the waters, or attend festival events.
Where does 100% of my donation go?▼
Every dollar given to the Yamuna Maa Fund goes directly to construction and landscaping — the pond, deck, bridge, walkway, stone edges, fencing, and gardens. No administrative fees are deducted from project-specific donations. Your seva reaches the sacred ground.
Can I donate in honor or memory of a loved one?▼
Absolutely, and we deeply honor such intentions. For special recognition — memorial plaques, dedication stones, or named Aarti sponsorships — please contact treasurer@rktnc.com to discuss your heartfelt offering.
When will Yamuna Maa be ready?▼
Construction will begin once the fund reaches its goal. With your seva and the momentum of the community, we are working toward bringing this sanctuary to life as soon as possible. Updates will be shared via the RKTNC newsletter and events page at rktnc.org.
How do I donate via Zelle or check?▼
For Zelle, send directly to treasurer@rktnc.com and include your name and "Yamuna Maa" in the notes. For checks, make payable to "Radha Krishna Temple of NC" and mail to 137 Anita Way, Cary, NC 27513. Include your email or phone for a receipt.
Ready to Offer Your Seva?

Questions? Write to us at treasurer@rktnc.com
or visit us at the Radha Krishna Temple, Apex NC

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