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Divine Journey: Mathura & Vrindāvan

Swyam Srivastava

Swyam Srivastava

11 Mar 2024

Embark on a spiritual odyssey through the holy cities of Mathura and Vrindāvan, where ancient temples and sacred sites await. Immerse yourself in the divine aura of Lord Krishna's birthplace and experience the enchanting charm of these mystical towns.

Trip to Mathura

Day 1Glimpses of Divinity in Mathura
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Vishram Ghat
Daily evening prayer rituals are performed at these sacred riverside steps backed by temples.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
17 - 26 min

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Shree Dwarikadhish Temple, Mathura
Ornate, multi-storied Hindu temple with a courtyard & a vibrant interior, hosting yearly festivals.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
8 - 11 min

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Kans Quila, Mathura
Remains of an ancient fort open for exploration of the grounds, with river views from the roof.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir (ISKCON Vrindavan)
Expansive & ornately decorated temple complex with a museum, restaurant, bakery & ashram.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Spiritual Sojourn in Mathura
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Giriraj ji Temple
Ornately carved, pink-painted place of worship with elaborate shrines & prayer rooms.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Baba Jai Guru Dev Mandir
Striking Hindu place of worship constructed out of white marble, with several gold-spired domes.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Gokul Dham
Hindu temple with paintings & ornate carvings, dedicated to Lord Krishna & at his childhood home.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Shri Raman Bihariji Mandir
Krishna temple set in leafy gardens, with a large ritual bathing pool & a free-roaming deer herd.
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $12 In total

Activities & Food:Free
Transport:$12

Trip to Vrindāvan

Day 1Glimpses of Divinity in Mathura
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Sri Rangnath ji Mandir
Large, ornate Hindu temple dedicated to an 8th-century Vaishnava saint, featuring regular festivals.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Thakur Shri Bankey Bihari Ji Temple, Vrindavan
Colorful temple known for mischievous resident monkeys & a striking devotional image of Krishna.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Shri Pagal Baba Temple, Vrindavan
Elaborate, multitiered, blue-painted place of worship with an animatronic Lord Krishna tableau.
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
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Free
Day 2Spiritual Sojourn in Mathura
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Nidhivan, Vrindavan
Holy place with twisting trees, where Krishna is said to perform his divine dance each night.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Sri Sri Krishna Balaram Mandir (ISKCON Vrindavan)
Expansive & ornately decorated temple complex with a museum, restaurant, bakery & ashram.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Maa Vaishno Devi Dham
Manicured gardens & a massive Mata Vaishno Devi statue in a sprawling Hindu temple complex.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $12 In total

Activities & Food:Free
Transport:$12