Mathura, a city situated on the western embankment of River Yamuna, which falls in the state of Uttar Pradesh was the birth place of the Hindu deity, Lord Krishna. Owing to this, the city has several temples and is one of the most revered Hindu pilgrimage destinations of India. Besides being one of the major Hindu pilgrimages of India, the city displays a secular culture. Matura is one of the ancient cities of the country and finds its mention in the great Indian Epics, Mahabharata and Ramayana. It also finds its mention in the Bhagavata Purana, according to which Mathura was the capital of Surasena Kingdom, ruled by Kansa the maternal uncle of Shri Krishna. A major commercial hub of the nation during ancient times, Mathura was also a hub of culture and civilization. A multitude of travelers and pilgrims visit the city to get a glimpse of the rich ancient culture of the city. Holi, the festival of colours is celebrated with great fervor, which magnetizes the tourist to the place. Some of the prominent Travel Places in Mathura for India Travellers are listed below.
Dwarkadheesh Temple
Built during the year 1814, Dwarkadheesh temple is one of the major attractions of the city. This 150 year old temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Thousands of devotees visit the temple to seek blessings. The architecture of the temple is attractive with beautiful carvings and paintings. Festivals like Holi, Janmashtami and Diwali are celebrated with splendor in the temple. During these occasions the temple is crowded with tourists to witness the zeal and fervor.
Ghats
Mathura has about twenty five tranquil ghats, and each of the ghats has some connection with Lord Krishna. It is predictable that all the devotees should visit the twenty five ghats to end their pilgrimage in Mathura. The ghats towards the north are known as Vishram Ghats and the ghats towards the south are called as Moksha ghats. According to the mythology and the belief of the people, a holy dip in the water along with it performance of rituals and pujas help the devotees to attain mokhsa and get rid from the cycle of birth and death.
Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
One of the most prominent attractions of the city, Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple was built during the 10[SUP]th[/SUP] century but has undergone several demolitions by the Muslim invaders. The preponderance of this temple over other holy places is due to the belief that the temple stands on the site where lord Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudev. The massive and splendid structure of the temple attracts the travelers and the pilgrims to the place. This is one of the most revered places of the city.
Government Muesum
Another popular attraction of the city is the Governmnt Museum, is situated in the Dampier Park. Also known as Mathura Museum puts on display relics of Gupta and Kushan period ranging from 400 B.C. to 1200 A.D. It also showcases a collection of sculptures from Mathura School. The place is a delight for archeologists and also houses a collection of stone sculptures, terracotta, gold, silver, copper coins along with bronze sculptures, clay seals and ancient paintings, which lures the visitors. The Museum building itself is a piece of art, which is made of red sandstone and has an octagonal shape. In addition, the museum also houses statues of Kanishka, Lord Buddha besides the cenotaph of Sunga period.
Dwarkadheesh Temple
Built during the year 1814, Dwarkadheesh temple is one of the major attractions of the city. This 150 year old temple is dedicated to Lord Krishna. Thousands of devotees visit the temple to seek blessings. The architecture of the temple is attractive with beautiful carvings and paintings. Festivals like Holi, Janmashtami and Diwali are celebrated with splendor in the temple. During these occasions the temple is crowded with tourists to witness the zeal and fervor.
Ghats
Mathura has about twenty five tranquil ghats, and each of the ghats has some connection with Lord Krishna. It is predictable that all the devotees should visit the twenty five ghats to end their pilgrimage in Mathura. The ghats towards the north are known as Vishram Ghats and the ghats towards the south are called as Moksha ghats. According to the mythology and the belief of the people, a holy dip in the water along with it performance of rituals and pujas help the devotees to attain mokhsa and get rid from the cycle of birth and death.
Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
One of the most prominent attractions of the city, Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple was built during the 10[SUP]th[/SUP] century but has undergone several demolitions by the Muslim invaders. The preponderance of this temple over other holy places is due to the belief that the temple stands on the site where lord Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudev. The massive and splendid structure of the temple attracts the travelers and the pilgrims to the place. This is one of the most revered places of the city.
Government Muesum
Another popular attraction of the city is the Governmnt Museum, is situated in the Dampier Park. Also known as Mathura Museum puts on display relics of Gupta and Kushan period ranging from 400 B.C. to 1200 A.D. It also showcases a collection of sculptures from Mathura School. The place is a delight for archeologists and also houses a collection of stone sculptures, terracotta, gold, silver, copper coins along with bronze sculptures, clay seals and ancient paintings, which lures the visitors. The Museum building itself is a piece of art, which is made of red sandstone and has an octagonal shape. In addition, the museum also houses statues of Kanishka, Lord Buddha besides the cenotaph of Sunga period.
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