30 Places To Visit In Mathura

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1. Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple

1 km from city center

Temple

Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple is located in the holy city of Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. It is built around the prison cell in which Lord Krishna’s parents, Mata Devaki and Vasudeva were imprisoned by his evil uncle Kansa. The temple is of great significance for the Hindus as it is believed to be the birthplace of Lord Krishna.

4.2 /5

23 km from city center

Historical Site

Govardhan Hill or the Giri Raj is situated at a distance of 22 km from Vrindavan. It has been stated in the Holy Bhagwat Gita that according to Lord Krishna, Govardhan Parvat is not different from him. Therefore, all his worshipers worship the pure rocks of the hill just like they worship his idol. The hill is made up of sandstone and stands 80 ft tall with a circumference of 38 km. Some interesti (Read More)ng places one gets to visit the hills including Mansi Ganga, Mukharvind, and Daan Ghati.

Top Attraction 4.7 /5

2 km from city center

Temple

The Dwarkadhish Temple, touted as one of the holiest temples in Mathura, is famous all over the country for its elaborate architecture and paintings. Built in 1814, the temple is relatively new but is highly revered. The temple is dedicated to Lord Dwarkadheesh, a form of Lord Krishna known as Dwarkanath, depicted in a black marble idol.

Great For Family Outing 4.7 /5

19 km from city center

Lake

Located between Govardhan and Radha Kund in Vrindavan, Mathura, Kusum Sarovar is a beautiful reservoir fringed by palatial sandstone building from the bygone era. The reservoir has a flight of stairs which can be used to descend in the pond. The sarovar is believed to have got its name from one of the girl attendants of Radha, named Kusum. The water is ideal for swimming and dips. Kusum Sarovar al (Read More)so has several temples and ashrams in the vicinity.

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5. Vrindavan

Day Trip 4.9 /5

12 km from city center

Religious Experience

One of the oldest cities on the banks of Yamuna, Vrindavan is considered to be one of the most important places of pilgrimage for the devotees of Krishna. It is said that Lord Krishna had spent his childhood in Vrindavan. The city hosts hundreds of Lord Krishna and Radha temples scattered throughout, the most famous ones being Banke Bihari temple and the world-famous ISKCON temple.

4.5 /5

2 km from city center

Waterfront

Vishram Ghat is a revered and sacred bathing ghat in Mathura on the banks of River Yamuna. It is the main ghat of Mathura and is central to 25 other ghats. Pilgrims from all over the country visit Vishram Ghat to bathe in its holy waters and perform the traditional parikrama that starts and ends here.

7. Radha Kund

18 km from city center

Religious Pond

Situated near Govardhan Hill in the small town in Mathura is one of the holiest places in Braja - the Radha Kund and Shyam Kund. The two holy water tanks lying next to each other are considered to be the supreme of all holy places, containing pure and sacred water, also known to contain magical properties to heal for conception.

4.4 /5

2 km from city center

Temple

Located on the Vrindavan - Mathura Road is the famous Birla Mandir, also popularly known as Gita Mandir. It is a prominent Hindu pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Lakshmi Narayan - an avatar of Vishnu. The architecture of the temple speaks of its magnificence and the exquisite carvings and paintings of its grandeur.

4.9 /5

10 km from city center

Temple

Situated near Gotam Nagar on the cliff near Bankey Bihari temple is the Radha Vallabh Mandir, one of the seven temples of Thakur of Vrindavan. This temple is the epitome of the sacred and divine love of Radha and Krishna, displayed in the rarest form 'Ras-bhakti'. Enshrined by Lord Krishna, the temple does not have a deity of Radha. Instead, it has a crown placed next to Lord Krishna to signify he (Read More)r presence.

4.3 /5

1 km from city center

Museum

Initially known as Curzon Museum of Archaeology, Government Museum Mathura is located at Dampier Park. Also called Mathura Museum locally, the repository is one of the finest in the country and houses a fairly big collection of ancient relics, sculptures, coins and paintings. Founded in 1874 by Sir F. S. Growse, the Government Museum of Mathura is famous for housing the ancient sculptures of the (Read More)Mathura School, dating from 3rd century BC to 12th century AD.

4.0 /5

2 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Located on the banks of the serene Yamuna River, Kans Qila is an ancient fortress in Mathura dedicated to Kans - the maternal uncle of Lord Krishna. Situated near the Krishna Ganga Ghat and Gau Ghat, the fort is a popular tourist spot and has been constructed as a fusion of Hindu- Muslim architecture. Kans ka Qila is in a dilapidated state due to negligence but is still thronged by tourists and al (Read More)ike.

2 km from city center

Mosque

The Jama Masjid in Mathura was constructed in 1661 by Abd-un-Nabi Khan, the Governor of Aurangzeb. With its four minarets and mosaic plastering along with the marvellous carvings, this structure leaves one spellbound with its beauty. Abd-un-Nabi remained in Mathura from 1660 to 1668 when he died.

13. Rangji Mandir

4 km from city center

Temple

Rangji Temple, situated on the Vrindavan - Mathura Marg, is dedicated to Lord Sri Goda Ranagamannar - a South Indian Vaishnava Saint and Lord Ranganatha - an incarnation of Lord Krishna. The highlight of the temple is the idol of Krishna present in the form of bridegroom with Goda (Andal) as his bride.

9 km from city center

Temple

Vaishno Devi Dham in Mathura, popularly known as Ma Vaishno Devi Mandir is dedicated to Ma Vaishno Devi who is believed to grant boons to her devotees. Established by Shri J C. Chaudhry, the temple is visited by pilgrims to worship the magnificent idol of Ma Vaishno Devi alongside serving the poor. There is a cave that with water that leads to the top of the idol.

7 km from city center

Temple

Shri Nand Bhawan in Gokul is the childhood home of Lord Krishna where he spent time with Balram, after his birth parents were captured by King Kansa. It is also known as Chaurasi Khamba Temple as it rests on 84 pillars. Nand Bhawan belonged to Nand Maharaj, the foster father of Lord Krishna. It was here that Sri Krishna and Balram's naming ceremony was conducted.

40 km from city center

Town

Located at a distance of 8 km from Barsana and 50 km from Mathura, Nandgaon is a quaint little town situated at the base of a Nandisvara Hill and which holds immense religious significance. The town is highly revered by Hindu pilgrims as it is believed to be the home of the foster parents of Lord Krishna- Shri Nandji and Yashoda Maiyya. There is also a spacious temple situated atop the hill which (Read More)is dedicated to Shri Nandji.

35 km from city center

Fairs & Festivals

Barsana is the birthplace of Radha Rani as the Hindu goddess Radha (Lord Krishna's consort) was born in this city. Barsana is also popular for the grand celebration performed during the Holi festival, known as the Lathmar Holi.

Fairs & Festivals

Lathmar Holi is celebrated 4-5 days before the festivities of other states. However, it is interesting to note how this festival is celebrated in a rather peculiar way in Nandgaon and Barsana towns in the Mathura district. The towns are some 42 kms from Mathura and are extremely popular for the celebrations during Holi. The natives are known for playing Holi with not only colours but also sticks. (Read More)Thandai (a sweet drink) and Holi go hand in hand, so don't miss out on it!

4 km from city center

Temple

Bhuteshwar Mahadev Mandir is a revered Hindu temple situated in Garravkendra, Mathura dedicated to Lord Shiva, also known as Bhuteshwar Mahadev. It is also a Shaktipeeth where the ringlet of Mata Sati fell after her body was destroyed. The shrine is considered auspicious and unique as it is one of the very few temples in the city which is not dedicated to Lord Krishna.

4.8 /5

35 km from city center

Temple

Shri Radha Rani Temple, also known as Shriji Temple or Shri Laadli Lal Temple, is a revered Hindu shrine located atop Bhanugarh Hill in Barsana, Uttar Pradesh. Believed to have been originally established around 5,000 years ago by King Vajranabh, the great-grandson of Lord Krishna, the temple was later reconstructed in 1675 AD by Raja Bir Singh Deo with assistance from Narayan Bhatt and Raja Todar (Read More)mal. Dedicated to Goddess Radha, the temple holds immense significance in the Vaishnavite tradition and is a prominent pilgrimage site in the Braj region.

2 km from city center

Temple

Dauji Mandir has stood for over 5000 years since 1535 AD and is one of the oldest temples in the city. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Balarama, who was the elder sibling of Lord Krishna. Devotees and pilgrims from all over the country gather at the temple to offer prayers in the holy abode of Baladev manifestation of the Lord Vishnu.

34 km from city center

Amusement & Theme Park

Sprawling over 14 acres of land area, Dolphin The Water Park was established in 2002 and has been a popular source of recreation and entertainment for the city dwellers and tourists ever since. The water cum theme park offers a variety of rides and fun games both for adults and kids, They also have height based separate swimming pools.

2 km from city center

Temple

Also known as Naam Yog Sadhna Mandir, Jaigurudev Mandir is dedicated to Baba Jai Gurudev, located on the National Highway 2, between Delhi and Agra. The celebrated man is a revered guruji among the devotees and he also runs a charitable organization and ashram. The temple hosts an annual Bhandaar festival which attracts hordes of pilgrims.

4.2 /5

9 km from city center

Temple

Imbued with elegance and grandeur, the Prem Mandir is a massive temple that was shaped by Jagadguru Shri Kripaluji Maharaj in the year 2001. Known as "Temple of God's love", this grand religious place is dedicated to Radha Krishna as well as Sita Ram. Located in Vrindavan, the holy city in the district of Mathura in Uttar Pradesh, the temple is enveloped with piousness and serenity. This newly con (Read More)structed temple is the most beautiful in the entire Brij area and is crowded with devotees during the time of the Aarti.

3 km from city center

Temple

Chamunda Devi Temple is one of the 51 Shakti Peetha. It is believed that a hair strand of Mother Bhagwati Jagdamba fell at this sacred spot. Also, according to Srimad Bhagwat, Sri Krishna visited Chamunda Devi Temple after liberating the dragon.

2 km from city center

Temple

Situated in Vashimat in Vrindavan, Mathura, Gopishvar Mahadev Temple is Lord Gopeshwar - incarnation of God Shiva in a feminine form. The idol is decorated and decked up imagining it to be a female friend (sakhi) of Lord Krishna. The shrine is especially popular among the devotees and is visited by pilgrims from far and wide.

40 km from city center

Temple

Kokilavan, situated near Kosi Kalan in Mathura, houses the famous Shani Temple, dedicated to Shani Dev (Saturn) and his guru Barkhandi Baba. Since the site is located amidst the jungle hence, it has also come to be known as Kokilavan Dham. The pilgrims perform a parikrama of the temple and take a dip in the holy kund here.

2 km from city center

Shopping Market

Krishna Nagar is one of the high-end markets of Mathura known for branded shopping places like Leiv's, Tanishq, Manyavar, Nike, etc. There are also small shops selling souvenirs, dress materials, jewellery, shoes, leather goods and accessories.

1 km from city center

Religious Pond

Potara Kund is one of the four kunds in Mathura and is the water pond where baby clothes of Lord Krishna were washed in his childhood. The water tank is made in red sandstone and hs steps to descend inside. The place is a popular tourist spot and is thronged by pilgrims.

1 km from city center

Shopping Market

Tilak Dwar in Mathura is a local market surrounding the Dwarikadish Temple and Vishram Ghat. It is known for trinkets like brass statue, rosary beads, handicrafts, painting, sculptures, and hand embroidered items at low prices.

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What are the top sightseeing places in Mathura?

The top sightseeing places in Mathura are Lathmar Holi, Govardhan Hill, Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple , Dwarkadheesh Temple, Mathura, Vishram Ghat, Birla Mandir Mathura.

How can I commute within Mathura?

Auto rickshaws as well as cycle rickshaws are present for travel within the city. Local buses also ply here.
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30 Places To Visit In Mathura

1. Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple

2. Govardhan Hill

3. Dwarkadheesh Temple, Mathura

4. Kusum Sarovar

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7. Radha Kund

8. Birla Mandir Mathura

9. Radha Vallabh Mandir

10. Mathura Museum

11. Kans Qila

12. Jama Masjid Mathura

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13. Rangji Mandir

14. Vaishno Devi Dham

15. Shri Nand Yashoda Bhawan

16. Nandgaon

17. Barsana

18. Lathmar Holi

19. Bhuteshwar Mahadev Mandir

20. Shri Radha Rani Temple

21. Dauji Mandir

22. Dolphin The Water World

23. Jai Gurudev Mandir

24. Prem Mandir

25. Chamunda Devi Temple

26. Gopeshvar Mahadev Temple

27. Kokilavan

28. Krishna Nagar Market

29. Potara Kund

30. Tilak Dwar

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