2 km · 8 min drive
Banke Bihari Temple
The most beloved temple of Vrindavan, where Lord Banke Bihari is revealed through fleeting jhankis throughout the day.
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The childhood playground of Lord Krishna, over two thousand temples, the Yamuna, and the storied lanes of Braj.
Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, and Vrindavan, the playground of his childhood, together form one of the most resonant pilgrimages in the Indian subcontinent. Set on the banks of the Yamuna, the continuous ghats and over two thousand temples make a splendid spectacle.
The forest of Vrindavan has condensed to a few square kilometres, yet the land retains a spiritual aura and a profound religious charm that draws devotees from every corner of the world. The best way to discover it is on foot, and our concierge will help you plan a route that suits your pace.
Some of the most beloved shrines, all within a short distance of Kridha Residency.
The most beloved temple of Vrindavan, where Lord Banke Bihari is revealed through fleeting jhankis throughout the day.
Founded by Srila Prabhupada, this international centre of Krishna consciousness is a place of continuous kirtan, scholarship, and prasadam halls open to all.
One of the seven Prachin (ancient) temples, dating back to the 1500s. The climb up the stairs offers a vantage of Vrindavan and a stillness that justifies the journey.
Home to the Jiva Goswami Samadhi and a small rock bearing the footprints of Krishna and the hoof print of a cow, a quietly profound shrine.
A grand 16th-century temple built by Raja Man Singh of Amber, believed to be the place where Mirabai found 'her Krishna' on arriving in Vrindavan.
An enchanting marble temple complex devoted to the eternal love of Radha-Krishna, with evening light shows that transform the architecture into a living devotion.
Lathmar Holi at Barsana, Phoolon ki Holi at Banke Bihari, and the colourful streets of Mathura during Phalgun.
February, MarchThe evening aarti at Keshi Ghat is among the most moving rituals on the Yamuna, diyas, conches, and the river glowing at dusk.
Daily · 6:30 PM
The 21-km circumambulation of Mount Govardhan, done barefoot by some, by car or rickshaw by others.
Half day · From hotel
The exact birthplace of Lord Krishna, a sprawling temple complex twelve kilometres from Vrindavan.
12 km · 25 min drive
The mystic groves where Radha and Krishna are believed to perform their nightly raas leela.
2.5 km · 8 min drive
Mathura ke pede, malai gilori, lassi, and rabri, our concierge can chart a sweet trail through the city.
Curated · 3 hoursApproximately 130 km from Delhi via the Yamuna Expressway. Take the Vrindavan exit and follow signs to Bhaktivedanta Swami Marg.
Direct trains to Mathura Junction from Delhi, Agra, and other major cities. Local transport to Vrindavan is a 15-minute drive.
Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi (IGI) is the nearest major airport. Pre-arrange a transfer through our concierge.
Whether it's a one-day darshan trip or a week of contemplation, our concierge will design a route that matches your pace and preferences.
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