| Sightseeing:
Mathura is famous for its temples and places of religious significance. Krishnajanmabhoomi, meaning Lord Krishna's birth place, is a temple built on the place said to be the spot where he was born. However, this is a divided belief and many hold that it is the Keshava Deo Temple, close by that is truly where he was born. It was built by a Hindu nobleman called Rao Veer Singh Bundela. Either ways both temples are sacred and a must visit.
The same temple of Keshava Deo got destroyed in parts during the reign of Emperor Aurangzeb, and from its stone was built the Jami Masjid in the 16th century, in the same area.
The 18th century Dwarikadheesh Temple, is where the main shrine of Krishna has been housed, and built by the Treasurer of Gwalior, Seth Gokuldas Parikh. Also visit the Gita Mandir on the outskirts of the city.
You could stroll down the Vishram Ghat, on the banks of the river Yamuna, called the resting place, where Lord Krishna is said to have rested after killing his cruel uncle.
The fascinating Museum of Mathura is said to have the largest collection of redstone sculptures in Asia.
There are other religious places you could visit nearby like Vrindavan, Gokul, Baldeo, and Goverdhan.
Tourism Info:
UP Government Tourist Bureau,
Bus Stand, Mathura
U.P. State Tourism Development Corporation Ltd.
Hotel Gomti, 6 Sapru Marg
Lucknow- 226001 India
Ph.: 91-0522-2215005, 2214708, 2614284
The holy city of Mathura, is an important district town of Uttar Pradesh, located 145kms from Delhi. It is also famous for being the birthplace and abode of Lord Krishna. According to the Mahabharata, Mathura
was the capital of the Surasena Dynasty, ruled by Lord Krishna's uncle
Kansa. In history, it was ruled by many more dynasties like the
Mauryas, and the Sungas; it was also said to be home to many Jains. |
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