A place whose soil is also considered to be the most holy, located along the banks of River Yamuna are Mathura and Vrindavan. The land of Lord Krishna, the twin cities of Mathura and Vrindavan are the most popular religious destinations visited by his devotees. Dotted all over with holy ghats, lakes, and some beautiful temples dedicated to Lord Krishna and his divine consort Radha, Mathura Vrindavan is among the top places to visit in Uttar Pradesh for a temple tour, providing you with ample of them.
Offering some mesmerizing temples unlike anywhere else, here are some of the popular temples you must visit on your tour to the divine destination of Mathura Vrindavan:
- ISKCON Temple, Vrindavan
- Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
- Shri Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan
- Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Mathura
- Shri Dwarkadhish Temple, Mathura
ISKCON Temple Vrindavan (Shri Shri Krishna Balaram Mandir)
The most popular attraction at Vrindavan, the Shri Shri Krishna Balaram Mandir or the temple of ISKCON Vrindavan is a part of the temples that are most visited in Vrindavan. Established by ISKCON, short for ‘International Society for Krishna Consciousness’, the temple is one of the many that have been built by them all across the world, all with the message to establish a greater understand and devotion for Lord Krishna and to spread the teachings of the holy scripture of the Bhagavad Gita among the people of the world.
ISKCON Vrindavan worships Lord Krishna as a divine couple with his consort, Radha, and is located at the place where Lord Krishna and his brother Balaram spent most of their childhood. ISKCON’s temple at Vrindavan is such, that apart from being a central site that promotes devotion and love for Lord Krishna, it is also truly a mesmerizing sight to behold. Built alongside the holy River Ganga, you can also experience the beauty of a Ganga Puja here. White marble that has been used in its construction further adds to its beauty and serenity, completing that final touch, making it stand as one of the prettiest temples in Vrindavan. A mix of beautifully carved domes, halls, and staircases, the charm, and divinity of ISKCON Vrindavan is what makes it Vrindavan’s most beloved temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. Whether you are a devotee or simply a tourist looking to explore the city, ISKCON Vrindavan is just the perfect place for you to explore on a sightseeing tour of the holy cities of Mathura Vrindavan.
Timings: 05:30 AM to 12:00 PM; 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM
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Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
Abundant with the love for the divine, Prem Mandir in Vrindavan worships and adores the divinity between Lord Krishna and his beloved consort, Radha. Among Vrindavan’s popular temples to visit with family, you can visit the temple to receive their blessings on a temple tour. The temple is located away from the main center of Vrindavan and is known to worship the divine couple of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita as well.
A famous pilgrimage place to explore in Uttar Pradesh, the temple was established by Jagadguru Shri Kripalu Ji Maharaj, the fifth Jagadguru, who was actively involved in spreading the philosophy of the Sanatana Dharma to the people. Currently, the temple is also maintained by the Jagadguru Kripalu Parishat, a non-profit trust. Among Vrindavan’s most beautiful temples, Prem Mandir is also famous for its light show that tells the story of Lord Krishna and his divine consort, Radha. From the many temples that you will visit during your temple tour of Mathura Vrindavan, visiting the Prem Mandir will be an immeasurable experience. Although the temple sees visits by numerous devotees throughout the day, the serenity of the temple is maintained, offering an ambiance to meditate. Made using white marble, adorned with intricately carved structures throughout, Prem Mandir also features a manicured garden, where simply walking around is bound to be a healing experience.
Timings: 08:30 AM to 12:00 PM; 04:30 PM to 08:30 PM
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Shri Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan
Vrindavan’s Shri Banke Bihari Temple is among its most famous temples that is visited on a temple tour. Dedicated to the worship of Lord Krishna, the temple also worships his divine consort, Radha, together as a divine couple. The name of the temple comes from the words ‘Banke’, meaning ‘bent in three places’, and ‘Bihari’ meaning ‘enjoyer’, since the idol of Lord Krishna at the temple can be seen standing in the Tribhanga pose.
One of the top places to explore on a temple sightseeing tour of Mathura Vrindavan, Shri Banke Bihari Temple is visited by numerous devotees every day. This beautiful temple at Vrindavan was built by Swami Haridas, an ardent devotee of Lord Krishna and his consort Radha. According to a popular story about the temple, it is said during a prayer session, the divine couple appeared to Swami Haridas, who was so taken aback by their glorious selves which was almost blinding him with their presence. Seeing this, he requested them to combine forms, which led them to merge into the stone idol that is worshiped at the temple today, making it a famous temple to explore on a religious tourism circuit of Mathura Vrindavan. Built in 1860, Shri Banke Bihari Temple sports a Rajasthani style of temple architecture.
Timings: 07:30 AM to 12:00 PM; 05:30 PM to 09:30 PM
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Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Mathura
Mathura’s Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple is situated within the Shri Krishna Janmasthan Complex along with numerous popular temples that you can also visit on a temple tour of the city. The temple invites crowds of devotees everyday and is among the top places to visit with family while on a visit for being the birthplace of Lord Krishna.
It is at the site that Lord Krishna is said to have been born. According to the story revolving around his birth, Lord Krishna was given birth in a prison cell of the house that belonged to King Kansa. On a visit to the temple complex, you can view said prison cell. Close to the site of the prison cell you can also find a stepwell called the Potra Kund, where the parents of the lord used to bathe and wash their clothes during their confinement. With such significance, Potra Kund is considered a holy site for the followers of Lord Krishna. Apart from the main temple, the Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple Complex also includes several other shrines dedicated to the worship of the lord, as well as his consort, Radha. One of the best tourist places in Mathura, visit the temple during the occasion of Krishna Janmashtami, when crowds gather from far places to celebrate the birth of the lord.
Timings: 05:00 AM to 12:30 PM; 04:00 PM to 08:30 PM
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Shri Dwarkadhish Temple, Mathura
Among Mathura’s oldest temples, Shri Dwarkadhish Temple is a place that you must visit during your sightseeing tour of this holy city. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Dwarkadhish, an incarnation of Lord Krishna who is represented as a black idol within the temple sanctorum, along with the idol of his consort, Radha, represented by a white colored idol.
Counted among the top temples to visit on a religious tourism expedition in Mathura, Shri Dwarkadhish Temple is a popular attraction visited by devotees throughout the year. The temple finds itself located along the ghats of the holy River Yamuna, providing an ambiance of serenity and calmness all along. A vibrant yet serene destination by the Yamuna and one of the oldest temples of Mathura, Shri Dwarkadhish Temple was built in 1814, by Seth Gokul Das Parikh due to his extreme devotion to Lord Krishna. Not just famous for its divinity, this temple in Mathura is also known for its visual appeal. With colorful and vibrant ceilings, walls, pillars, and gateways, Shri Dwarkadhish Temple in Mathura is a mesmerizing structure, popular for its Rajasthani style architecture. Although these decorations are more than just that, they instead stand to represent the stories from the life of Lord Krishna, offering an interesting way to understand more about him.
Timings: 06:30 AM to 11:00 AM; 04:00 PM to 07:30 PM
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The most divine destination for the followers of Lord Krishna, a sightseeing tour to Mathura Vrindavan is incomplete without visiting these popular temples. Blessed with serenity, calmness, and beauty that captivates the soul of its visitors, these pilgrimage sites are some of Uttar Pradesh’s most beloved gems that you can explore on a religious tourism circuit. Learn more about the birth, life, and divinity of Lord Krishna on a sightseeing tour of these cities, exploring the best that they have to offer.
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