Vrindavan and Mathura: Must 15 Best Places to Visit

Get lost in the divinity of the godly place of Lord Krishna- the twin cities -Vrindavan and Mathura!

Attain the blessings of the Almighty and make your visit to Vrindavan and Mathura one of the rememberable ones.

These are the best places which you should not dare to miss:

1. Banke Bihari: Completed in 1862, this gorgeous temple is one of the most divine and godliest temples in Vrindavan. Dedicated to Bankey Bihari Ji, this temple provides eternal bliss and peace to its devotes.

   

2. Prem Mandir: Built on a 54-acre site on the borders of the blessed city of Vrindavan this pious temple is dedicated to Lord Radha Krishna and Sita Ram. Inaugurated in 2012, this temple was established by Kripalu Maharaj and is maintained and upheld by Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat, a charitable trust.

   

3. Sri Sri Krishna Balram Temple: Also identified as the great ISKCON Temple of Vrindavan, Sri Sri Krishna Balram Temple was erected in 1975 by Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada. This exquisitely built temple is one of the well Known ISKON temples in India and houses the idols of Lord Krishna and Balram.

   

4. Shree Rang Nath Ji Temple: This marvelous and deific sanctuary was built by Seth Govinddas and Radhakrishna Das. Dedicated to Lord Ranganath, the Vishnu form of Ramanujacharya, this temple is attached to a beautiful garden and lake. In the pious Brahmotsavam, Lord Ranganathji’s chariot is taken out once in a year.
5. Seva Kunj: Formerly recognized as the Nikunjavana, this holy place depicts the loving pastimes of Lord Krishna and Radha in the form of delightful paintings.
6. Keshi Ghat: Keshi Ghat is one of the trivial worshipping places of Vrindavan. Your Vrindavan visit is considered incomplete without the traditional Pratham din Poojan.

   

7. Govardhan Hill: Situated 22 Km away from the sacred place of Mathura this hill is a must place to visit by the admirers of Lord Krishna.
8. Dolphin Water World: A fun place to visit with kids, the dolphin water park sprawled over an area of 14 acres, houses many thrilling rides. The fun water park was integrated in 2012 and has been a popular frivolous destination.

   

9. Vaishno Devi Dham: Ma Vaishnodevi Dham houses 141 feet tall idol of Ma Vaishno Devi. The idol is built by a team of young talented artists. It is also believed that Ma Vishnodevi grants all the four boons to her devotees here.

   

10. Nandgaon: Don’t forget to visit this blessed place. Named after Lord Krishna’s foster parents Nand Ji and Yashoda, this place is located about 8.5 Km to the north of Barsana.

    

11. Kumsum Sarovar: It is a colossal structure built by Jawahir Singh commemorating his father Suraj Mal, who died in 1764. At the base of the magnificent monument, there is a beautiful and appealing lake.

    

12. Jama Masjid Mathura: Completed in 1662 by Abd-un-Nabi Khan, this mosque is an amazing piece of art. Every year hundreds of devotees visit the place to render their prayers and services to the Almighty.

    

13. Birla Mandir: Built by Jugal Kishore Birla in memory of his parents, this elegant and aesthetically designed temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Erected on red sandstone, this magnificently built structure is a prominent Hindu Pilgrimage.

    

14. Dwarkadhish Temple: Devoted to Lord Krishna (the king of Dwarka ) this holy shrine is one of the famous and most visited holy places in Mathura.

    

15. Nidhivan: This majestically built temple is devoted to Lord Bankey Bihari. this temple which is surrounded by lush green forests from all sides is believed to hold a lot many mysterious stories and tales.

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