Dwarkadheesh
Temple - The temple dedicated to Lord Krishna was built in 1814 AD
by Seth Gokuldass of Gwalior.
Govind Dev Temple - A specimen of architectural
brilliance of the medieval India, the temple was built in 1590 AD by
Raja Man Singh of Jaipur. The temple is raised in the form of a Greek
Cross, its upper four storeys were demolished during Emperor Aurangzeb's
reign.
Rangaji Temple - Enclosing an area of 235.6 mt by
134.1 mt., this largest temple of Vrindaban was built in 1845 AD.
Partially in Rajput style and partially in south Indian style, the
complex of the temple houses a water tank, a garden and a.50 ft
gold-plated flagmast.
Gokul - About 16 km from Mathura, Gokul is the place
where infant Krishna was brought up in secrecy in the home of his foster
mother (Yashoda). The most important temple at Gokul is of Gokul Nathji.
The festivals of Janmashtami, Annakut and Trinvat Mela, are few of the
festivals which are celebrated here in a immense enthusiasm.
Nandgaon - At a distance of 56 km from Mathura is
Nandgaon, home of Lord Krishna's foster father (Nand). Important sites
of the town are a temple devoted to Nand or Pan Sarovar, one of the four
celebrated lakes of Braj Bhoomi, where, according to legend, Lord
Krishna used to water his herd.
Speciality of Mathura
Holi - Holi the festival of colour is celebrated in special in
Mathura. It has its distinct style which is followed since the ancient
times. During Holi the entire town bears a unique character. This is the
most ideal time to visit this land of Lord Krishna.
Connectivity
By Air - The nearest airport is Agra which is 66 kms
away from Vrindavan. The city is connected to Delhi, Khajuraho and
Varanasi by three flights.
By Rail - The nearest rail head is Mathura Junction
and is well connected to Delhi by numerous trains including Punjab mails
and Taj express, to Mumbai by the August Kranti and Mumbai Rajdhanis.
By Road - Vrindavan is a short 10 kms drive from
Chhata and Mathura on NH2 which begins in Delhi (117 km away) and ends
in Kolkata.
Mathura
is better known as the birth place of Lord Krishna. Lord Krishna was borne
in prison which today lies in Sri Krishna Janamabhumi, a vast temple complex
in the heart of Mathura. Located on the west banks of the sacred Yamuna,
Mathura is fifty-six kilometers away from Agra and is at a distance of
hundred and forty five kilometers from Delhi. Mathura is dotted with several
significant landmark associated with the life and times of Lord Krishna. The
Dwarkhadhesh temple, the Kansa Qila, the Sati Burj and the Jama Masjid are
some of the major tourist attractions of Mathura.
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