Gokul Mahavan
Gokul Mahavana, also called Gokul Forest, is one of the twelve sacred forests (Dwadasha Vanas) of Braj Mandal, celebrated for its lush greenery, tranquil groves, and sacred significance. This forest is deeply associated with Lord Krishna’s childhood pastimes, as Gokul was the place where Krishna spent his early years, playing with cowherd boys, performing mischievous acts, and enchanting the inhabitants with his divine charm. Ancient texts describe Gokul Mahavana as a site where Krishna’s divine leelas brought joy, bliss, and spiritual energy to the land, making it a revered pilgrimage site for devotees.
SHREE RAMAN RETI MANDIR
Shree Raman Reti Mandir is a revered temple located in Gokul, near Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. The temple is situated on the sacred sands where Lord Krishna is believed to have spent his childhood, playing with cows,...
SHREE DAUJI MAHARAJ MANDIR
Shree Dauji Maharaj Mandir is a revered temple located in Baldeo, about 18 kilometers southeast of Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. The temple is dedicated to Lord Balarama, also known as Dauji, the elder brother of Lord Krishna. It is considered one of the oldest and most significant temples in the Braj region, with historical roots tracing back to around 1535 AD.
The main deity of the temple i...
NAND BHAWAN
Architect Vishwakarma had built Nanda Bhavan more than 5000 years ago. Located on a hill, it was the house of Nanda, foster father of Lord Krishna. It was in this house that young Krishna and his brother Balaram were brought up while his birth parents were imprisoned by in Vrindavan.
Temple Timings
Chinta Haran MahadevJi
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&rd...
GOKULNATH TEMPLE
Considered an extremely sacred place, Gokulnath Temple is visited by thousands of pilgrims particularly during the Krishna Janmashtami and Annakut festival. If you don’t like the crowd too much, it’s recommended to avoid going during festive time.
Temple Timings
Chaurasi Khambha
Chaurasi Khambha Mandir (Temple of 84 Pillars)
Chaurasi Khambha Mandir, located in Nandgaon, is an ancient and architecturally remarkable temple known for its 84 beautifully carved pillars. It is believed to be the palace of
Raman Reti
Raman Reti
Raman Reti, located near Gokul in Uttar Pradesh, is a sacred and serene place deeply associated with the divine childhood pastimes of Lord Krishna. The word “Reti” means sand, and this holy land is known for its soft, golden sand where Krishna and Balram spent many joyful moments.
Uthkal place
Utkhal Place (Utkhal Sthan)
Utkhal Place, located in Gokul, is a sacred spot associated with the famous childhood pastime of Lord Krishna known as the
