Goloka is the eternal abode of Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Vishnu according to some Vaishnava schools, including Gaudiya Vaishnavism. The Brahma Samhita and Bhagavata Purana (Srimad Bhagavatam) describes Goloka as a highest planet or realm (loka) of the Vaikuntha planets for the devotees of Krishna who is known as the protector of cows and hence the latter are found in abundance in Goloka. Also sometimes referred to as Vrindavan, it is a land of plenty rich with natural beauty bearing a resemblance to Garden of Eden. In Goloka Krishna resides with Radharani, Krishna's eternal consort, and countless other devotees, wherein he performs his divine play, known as lila. Etymology Goloka means the world of cows. The Sankrit word 'go' can refer to either cows or star, and loka is translated as world or planet. See also · Govinda · Brahma Samhita · Sat-Chit-Ananda

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