Mathura Travel Destination
Mathura is a historical and religious city located in the western part of the state of Uttar Pradesh, known as the birthplace of Lord Krishna. This city is a living symbol of Indian culture, spirituality and mythology. Mathura is situated on the banks of the Yamuna River and is located about 145 kilometers from Delhi and only 58 kilometers from Agra, making it one of the major pilgrimage sites in North India. This city is not only important for Hinduism but is also a center of architecture, cultural festivals and pilgrimages.
Mathura is mainly famous for holy places like Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Dwarkadhish Temple, Vishram Ghat, and Govardhan Mountain. Festivals celebrated here, such as Janmashtami, Lathmar Holi and Braj Parikrama, attract millions of devotees and tourists from India and abroad.
The best time to visit Mathura is between October to March, when the weather is pleasant and religious activities are at their peak. If you want to experience the confluence of spirituality, culture and history at one place, then Mathura is an ideal destination for you.
How to Reach
- The nearest airport to Mathura is Agra (Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Airport), which is located at a distance of about 60 km. Apart from this, Indira Gandhi International Airport of Delhi is about 170 km away and is well connected to the country and abroad. After reaching Agra or Delhi, Mathura can be easily reached via taxi, bus or train. Air travel saves time and is a convenient option especially for foreign tourists.
- Mathura is well connected to major cities of Uttar Pradesh and North India by excellent road connectivity. Regular bus services are available from cities like Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Aligarh and Faridabad. Mathura is very easy to reach via National Highway 19 (NH-19). People also reach here easily by private taxis and cars, especially during religious pilgrimages. Travel by road is flexible and full of sightseeing.
- Mathura Junction (MTJ) is one of the busiest railway stations in India and trains are available to all major cities of the country. Regular train services are available to Mathura from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Varanasi, Jaipur, and Lucknow. The railway station is located in the middle of the city, making it easy to reach temples and major tourist places. Rail travel is a comfortable and economical option.
Come explore the wonders and sites that Mathura has to offer.
Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
This is the most sacred place in Mathura, where Lord Krishna was born. This temple is located in a cave-like sanctum, which has been preserved as a prison cell. The grand aarti and Janmashtami festival here attract millions of devotees from all over the country and abroad.
Dwarkadhish Temple
One of the most famous and beautiful temples of Mathura, this temple is dedicated to the Dwarkadhish form of Lord Krishna. This temple is famous for its grand architecture, intricate carvings and colorful tableaux. Hariyali Teej and Jhulan Utsav are specially celebrated here.
Vishram Ghat
Situated on the banks of the Yamuna river, this ghat is very important from a religious point of view. It is believed that Lord Krishna rested here after killing Kansa. The evening aarti here gives a divine experience and the boat ride is also very much liked by the tourists.
Gokul
Located about 15 kilometers from Mathura, this place is a witness to the leelas of Balkrishna. Nand Baba’s house, Chaurasi Khambha and Gopal Mandir are the places worth visiting here. The peaceful atmosphere and rural life of Gokul attracts tourists.
Barsana
Barsana, the birthplace of Radharani, is 42 km from Mathura. The Lathmar Holi here is world famous. Places like Radha Mandir, Shringar Mandir and Radha Kund make it spiritually and culturally rich.
Nandgaon
Nand Baba and Yashoda Mata lived here. Nand Bhawan, the temple built on the hill, and the Holi festival attract tourists. The beauty of the Braj region can be seen from here.
Raman Reti
This place located near Gokul is the place where Lord Krishna used to play with his child friends. The sand here is considered sacred. It is a major place of meditation and sadhana for sages and saints and devotees.
Kusum Sarovar
This beautiful lake located near Govardhan mountain is associated with the Leelas of Radha-Krishna. Its architecture, calm atmosphere and sunset scenery are its specialties. This place is ideal for meditation, yoga and photography.
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Yamuna Aarti and Boat Ride
The daily evening aarti at Vishram Ghat gives a spiritual and grand experience. During this, the confluence of Yamuna decorated with lamps and devotional music calms the mind. Also, boat ride in Yamuna gives the audience a wonderful combination of natural beauty and spirituality.
Holi Celebration of Braj
The Holi celebrated in the Braj region in and around Mathura is world famous. Especially the Lathmar Holi of Barsana, the flower Holi of Nandgaon and the Rangotsav Yatra of Vrindavan attract tourists. It is a cultural, colorful and memorable experience.
Braj Parikrama
The Braj Parikrama, which includes pilgrimage places like Mathura, Vrindavan, Govardhan, Gokul, Nandgaon and Barsana, is a holy journey for the devotees. This parikrama is done on foot and is about 84 kos. It is a medium to feel the religious sentiment deeply.
Spiritual Satsang and Bhajan Sandhya
Satsang, Katha and Bhajan Sandhyas are regularly organized in many ashrams and temples in Mathura. By participating in these events, devotees experience the love and leelas of God deeply. These programs not only provide religious experience but also provide spiritual peace.
Be a part of the festivities and traditions that Mathura has to offer.
Janmashtami
Mathura is the birthplace of Lord Krishna, so Janmashtami is celebrated here with special pomp. This festival is celebrated on the Ashtami of Bhadrapada month when Lord Krishna was born. On this day, tableaux are decorated in temples, Nand Utsav is organized, and the Aarti of Lord’s birth is performed at 12 midnight. Devotees keep fast and do kirtan-bhajans throughout the night. Special programs are held at Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple and Dwarkadhish Temple.
Holi
Holi of Mathura and Vrindavan is world famous. It is celebrated as the love leela of Lord Krishna and Radha. Many days before Holi, Holi of flowers, Lathmar Holi (especially in Barsana), and Holi of color-gulal start in the temples. This festival is a symbol of colors, love and devotion. Thousands of people from India and abroad come to participate in this unique festival.
Radha Ashtami
The birth anniversary of Radharani is celebrated as ‘Radha Ashtami’ on the Ashtami of Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha. This festival is celebrated with great pomp especially in Barsana, Mathura and Vrindavan. Radha Rani is considered to be the supreme lover of Shri Krishna and the idol of devotion. On this day Radha temples are decorated with flowers, bhajans and kirtans are performed and special worship of Radha Rani is done. Devotees observe fast and see tableaux of Radha-Krishna.
Gokul Ashtami (Nand Utsav)
The next day of Janmashtami, ‘Nand Utsav’ is celebrated in Gokul near Mathura, which is also called ‘Gokul Ashtami’. This is in memory of the time when Nand Baba distributed butter-sugar and clothes in the whole village in the joy of Lord Krishna’s birth. Even today on this day, God is dressed in new clothes in temples and seated in swings. Devotees take special prasad during Nanda Utsav and feel the joy of Nanda.
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