What To Do on the Mathura-Vrindavan Tour?

Your trip begins from Mathura on the first day as you scout the city for its cultural and religious heritage.

• Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple and Complex: This temple is the official highlight of the tour as people opt for a Vrindavan Mathura tour to visit the birthplace of Lord Krishna. There is a massive temple where you can attend a puja and pray. The surrounding complex offers holy memoirs, threads, and more for you to carry back home.

• Mathura Museum: After paying homage to the birthplace of Krishna, you can visit the Mathura Museum which is filled with artefacts and historical assets.

• Kans Qila: Kans Qila is both of historical as well as archaeological importance and an absolute must in the Mathura Gokul Vrindavan tour. The fortified castle is believed to have been built during 5500 BC and is named after Krishna’s uncle, Kans.

• Jama Masjid: Built during the reign of Aurangzeb by the then governor Abd-al-nabi Khan, Jama Masjid in Mathura is a 17th century cultural and religious hotspot that is best visited during the afternoon hours for the daily Roza.

• Kusum Sarovar: Kusum Sarovar is the sacred water reservoir located in Govardhan Hills. It is situated between Radha Kund and Manasi Ganga and is an excellent place to end your day trip by witnessing the extraordinary view of the sunset.

• Krishna Nagar Market: After spending the day roaming around the most vibrant and important places in your Mathura Vrindavan tour it is needless to say that you must attend the Krishna Nagar Market for some shopping of local goods, memoirs for friends and family, etc. It is also famous for its exquisite collection of bright glass bangles, jewellery, handicrafts, antiques and woodworks.

So, is the city on your bucket list? If yes, then check out some of the famous places to visit in Mathura that make the city a top draw for tourists.

Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, Mathura

Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple : #1 Of The Best Attractions in Mathura

A trip to Mathura is never complete without a visit to the Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple, an attraction that never fails to fascinate tourists. As the name indicates, it marks the place of Lord Krishna’s birth. Regarded as the holiest place in Mathura, the temple is constructed around the prison cell, where Devaki is believed to have given birth to Krishna around 5000 years ago. While the original temple was constructed by King Vajra, the great-grandson of Lord Krishna, the shrine has been destroyed and rebuilt 17 times over the course of history. Today, it stands as one of the most popular places to visit not just in Mathura, but in the whole country.

If you happen to visit Mathura during the festivals of Holi or Janmashtami, you can be part of the vibrant celebrations that draw lakhs. Whether you are a believer or not, don’t leave the city without visiting this holy shrine.
Location: Near Deeg Gate Chouraha, Janam Bhumi
Timings:
5:00 am to 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 09:30 pm (summers)
5:30 am to 12.00 pm and 3:00 pm to 8:30 pm (winters)

Kans Qila, Mathura

Kans Qila : #6 Of The Best Attractions in Mathura

Kans Qila is a fort that testifies to the beauty and timelessness of Hindu and Islamic architectural styles. That is not the only significant aspect of this fort, though. Going by the legends, it was once home to King Kansa, the tyrannical uncle of Lord Krishna. Located on the banks of river Yamuna, the fort isn’t in its best condition today. Nonetheless, it is a huge draw for tourists visiting the city. This ancient fort is said to have housed an observatory once, but you won’t be able to find any sign of it now. However, its fortified walls and huge structure make it worth your while.
Location: Ratankund
Timings: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Jama Masjid, Mathura

Jama Masjid : #2 Of The Best Attractions in Mathura

Temples are not the only things that make Mathura one of the most-visited places in the country. There are a few historic and quaint mosques too in the city. About 1 km from Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple is Jama Masjid, a renowned mosque that dates back to 1661. The mosque is adorned with four ornamented minarets, which, combined with its spellbinding architecture, make this structure a sight to behold. Each day, the mosque attracts not just Muslim devotees, but scores of tourists as well, who come to marvel at this monument’s beauty.
Location: Chatta Bazar
Timings: 5:00 am to 9:00 pm

Kusum Sarovar, Mathura

Kusum Sarovar : #5 Of The Best Attractions in Mathura (img source:shutterstock.com)

Fancy taking a dip in a waterbody where Radha supposedly used to collect flowers and meet her beloved Krishna? Then you need to visit Kusum Sarovar, another major attraction that adds to Mathura’s popularity among tourists. This huge tank is 450 feet long and almost 60 feet deep. Kadamba trees and beautifully carved cenotaphs housing the tombs of the rulers of Bharatpur surround the place, adding to its natural beauty. Don’t forget to carry your camera during your visit to this popular place in Mathura.

 
Location: Radha Kund
Timings: All through the day

Enjoy a boat ride at Vishram Ghat, take a holy dip in Kusum Sarovar, visit Mathura Museum, explore the ruins of Kansa Qila and shop at local markets like Chhata Bazaar, Tilak Dwar and Krishna Nagar Market.