Ratha Yatra in America (1967–Present) By Lokanath Mishra Origins in the U.S. (1967–1970s).• 1967 – San Francisco, CA. The Western world’s first Ratha Yatra rolled through Golden Gate Park after Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada asked his early disciples to organize the festival; the San Francisco temple was soon nicknamed “New Jagannatha Puri.” The event … Continue reading Ratha Yatra in America (1967–Present):