Sacred Temples of Braj Mandal

Asheshwar Mahadev: Feel the blessings of the Lord

One of the most revered and sacred temples in Vrindavan, dedicated to Lord Krishna in the charming Tribhanga posture as manifested through the supreme devotion of Swami Haridas.

Vrindavan is renowned for its consciousness towards Lord Krishna. The city is not just a a devotional place but also a place that is bunched with purity and holiness.

Bhuteshwar Mahadev: The Protector of Brajwasis

Birla Mandir: Worship your Karma

This place lies approximately one mile east of Nad-bhavan, the birthplace of Krishna. Here, the small boy Krishna ate clay while playing with the cowherd boys. The boy saw this and told Mother Yashoda, who asked Balram about it. Balram verified the fact. She went to Krishna and asked Him herself, “have you eaten clay?”

Sacred and revered spiritual destination in Goverdhan, Braj region.

This place lies approximately one mile east of Nad-bhavan, the birthplace of Krishna. Here, the small boy Krishna ate clay while playing with the cowherd boys. The boy saw this and told Mother Yashoda, who asked Balram about it. Balram verified the fact. She went to Krishna and asked Him herself, “have you eaten clay?”

This ghat lies on the bank of Shree Yamuna near BrahmandGhat to its east. Chintaharan Mahadev, who is worshipped by the Brijwasis, is present here. When Mother Yashoda saw the universes in Kanhaiya’s mouth, she became extremely anxious for His welfare and prayed to ChintaharanMahadev for Krishna’s safety. Chintaharan means “removing anxieties”.

Barsana is home to three very delighting destinations, the Vilas Garh, Maan Garh and Dhaan Garh which in their own ways revere the pleasant pastimes of the Supr

Dwarikadheesh according to legends means the King of Dwarka, and implies to Lord Krishna as he was the King of Dwarka. This is the only temple in Mathura where Lord Krishna resides as the King. Dwarikadheesh Temple in Mathura is one of the oldest and perhaps the biggest temples in the pious city. This soulful and divine temple is approximately 3.5 km away from the railway station of Mathura. The black coloured Marble deity of Lord Krishna along with love of life Shri Radha Rani in white colour deity resides in the premises. The shringar of the Lord is very aesthetic and inspires devotees from across the world to visit the temple.  Constructed beautifully in Rajasthani style entrance and paintings on the ceiling the premise of Dwarikadheesh temple in Mathura depicts the many instances from Krishna’s life hence mesmerizing the pilgrims for life.

Gahavar van is a deep dense forest situated in Barsana, the homeland of Shri Radha Rani. Barsana is a small village located on a hill and is one among the twin towns of Mathura region. Situated at about 43 km away from Mathura, Barsana is home to many temples dedicated to Radha Rani and hence each of the temples here reveres the existence of the supreme deity.

Gayatri Tapobhoomi: Experience the heavenly bliss in Mathura

Goda Vihar Mandir: The prime center of Hindu culture and devotion

Gokarn Nath Mahadev: Witness the ancient Braj here!

Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple: Idolizing the Lord of perpetuity

Gopinath Ji Temple in Vrindavan is one of the most popular and ancient temples of Vrindavan.

Govind Dev Temple: A milieu of Magnificence and mysticism

Shree Haridev Mandir: Ancient temple amassed with divinity

Imlitala Temple Vrindavan: A serene place for enlightenment

Iskcon Temple: Globalizing Devotion for the almighty

Vrindavan is the land where, Lord Krishna performed many playful acts.

Katyayni Devi Siddhpeeth, Vrindavan:

Keshi Ghat : Pious rituals that connect spirituality and divinity

Kusum Sarovar: Pious pond amidst divinity

Lala Babu Temple: Mystical center of attraction

Madan Mohan Temple: The timeless epitome of devotion

Mansi Ganga: A benign symbol of affection towards the almighty

Vrindavan is known as the land of temples as it is home to many divine temples that attract pilgrims from across the globe. Jam-packed with a variety of temples and culture, Vrindavan is believed to be the mini world where you can find devotees of every religion whether its Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Christians, Buddhism or Jainism. In Hindu culture Ganesh Ji is believed to be God of beginnings, he is honored first in every ritual and rites in India. The elephant headed God is also known as the God of intellect and wisdom, but in Vrindavan there is only one temple of Lord Ganesha known as the Mote Ganesh.

Mukharvind: A testimonial of divinity

Krishna and his childhood pastimes amuse every pilgrim, and this amusement towards the supreme almighty brings the pilgrims to his own abode the Braj Dham. Every part of this region narrates a different character of Lord Krishna. From Mathura to Nandgaon-Barsana, the affiliation of Kanha’s childhood with these cities makes them a privileged destination of pilgrimage tours. Nandgaon is said to be the place where lord Kanha sort refuge from the cruelties of Kansa.

The Supreme Lord Shree Krishna and Yogmaya took birth as twins from the womb of mother Yashoda in her room in Nanda’s place. They were born at midnight on Astami (the eight day after the full moon) in the month of Bhadra when the star (nakshatra) known as Rohini was visible in the sky. One can take darshan of Yogmaya here. Srimad-bhagvatam vividly describes how the most fortunate Nanda Baba became very joyful upon receiving a son. After the ceremony known as nadicheda-samskara had been performed, in which the umbilical cord is cut, baby Krishna was bathed and so on. Nanda Baba then called the Brahmans to perform the various purificatory rituals and other rites of childbirth.

Vrindavan is land of Lord Krishna, narrow streets, delectable sweets, handcrafted idols and temple in every house is what makes this place unique and beautiful

Nidhivan: A devout orchard of mystery and myths

Every part of Braj is pious and spiritual.

Pipleshwar Mahadev is situated near vishram ghat, in the eastern part of Mathurapuri, Pipleshwar Mahadev, one of the four area-protectors of Mathura, always protects the area of Mathura. Thereafter, one can take darshan of Veni Mahadev, Rameshwar, Dauji, Madan Mohan, Tinduk-Tirth, Surya-Ghat and Dhruv-Teela. Then, on Saptrsi-Teela one can have the sacred darshan of the seven sages: Arti, Marici, Kratu, Angira, Gautam, Vashisth and Pulastya. These seven sages (saptrsis) reside in Mathura-Dham at this place, performing their worship of the Supreme Lord Shri Krishna.

Poonchhari Ka Lautha: An epitome of endless devotion

Prem Mandir (The Temple of Divine Love): A magnificent Italian white marble temple complex dedicated to Shri Radha Krishna and Sita Rama.

Radha Damodar Temple: A divine center of love and delight

Radha Gokulananda Temple Vrindavan:

Radha Kund and Shyam kund are two pious ponds situated in a village named Arita near Govardhan hill. 3 miles away in the northeast of Govardhan hill these two kunds are considered as the most sacred place for the Vaishnavas. Believed to be eyes of Govardhan hill, this place has witnessed many sweet pastimes of Lord Krishna and Radha.

Radha Raman Mandir: Where blessedness is in the air!

Radha Vallabh Mandir: Mystic epitome of adulation for the Lord!

Raja ka Mandir is a beautiful temple in the Barsana region of Mathura.

The sacred sand of Gokul where Lord Krishna performed sweet childhood pastimes (bal-leelas) with Balarama and the cowherd boys.

Shri Rang Nath Ji Temple Vrindavan:

Rangeshwar Mahadev Mandir: A magnificent structure housing the super-power

Seva Kunj: Worshipping services to the Lord!

Shah Ji Temple: A blend of brilliance, beauty and blessedness

Shri Krishna Janm Bhoomi: Celebrating the Birth of the almighty

Sri Radha Rani Mandir: The divine power of the supreme almighty

This is the main ghat in Gokul and the place where Shree Vallabhacarya received darshan of Shree Yamuna Maharani. He began to give initiation at this place. This ghat is thus a place of great significance to the Vaishnavs of Vallabhsampraday.

Shringar Vat temple is located near the Kesi ghat on the banks of river Yamuna. This pious place is a tranquil destination that reveres the love and devotion of Lord Krishna and Radha rani towards each other. Vrindavan is believed to be a devout destination that is associated with the childhood of Lord Krishna and Radha Rani. Every corner of the pious forest bespeaks the playful acts of the supreme almighty and Shringar Vat temple in Vrindavan is yet another major tourist destination that worships the might togetherness of the divine couple.

Amidst the many temples flocked with superlative technologies is this numinous epitome of simplicity known as the Tatiyasthan in Vrindavan where technology is a farfetched prospect, and this is what makes this divine place different from the crowd. Tatiya sthan in Vrindavan is famous because it is the place where candles are lit after sunset. Every part of this temple takes you to the era when there was no name of technology. Forget about CCTV cameras, the place is alien to electricity and one can hardly find a bulb in the premises. The reason behind this divine place being so is the belief of choosing godliness over the unnatural means.

The Brij region is famous for the joyous pastimes of Lord Krishna and this affiliation makes this divine place different from the rest. Devotees from across the world flock the suburbs of Braj region like Mathura-Vrindavan, Nandgaon-Barsana to have the blessing experience of Lord Krishna at the numerous temples here. One of the many temples in Braj is the divine Ter Kadamb Temple , that amasses in it endless devotion towards the supreme almighty.

Vishram Ghat: Soul-soothing banks of the River Yamuna

Nandgaon-Barsana are the twin towns in the Braj region that celebrate the delighting childhood of Radha Rani and Krishna. Every temple in these pious towns undeniably is an epitome of endless devotion for the supreme almighty. Be it the divine festivals or the rituals in these temples pilgrims visiting the divine premises thoroughly enjoy the company of spirituality entailing here. One of the many pious places is the Vrinda Kund in Nandgaon that worships the notorious pastimes of the deity.