Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple Mathura - The Birthplace of Lord Krishna.

 

Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple Complex is a group of Hindu temples situated in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India. There are three main temples inside the premises - Keshavdev temple which is dedicated to Krishna, Garbh Griha where Krishna is believed to be born in Dvapar Yuga and Bhagvata Bhavan where presiding deities are Radha Krishna. There is also a temple for Ma Yogamaya at the entrance of the temple.

 

The temple has undergone several changes over the years and the present day temple is the representation of Hindu architecture. It is believed that it was first constructed by the great-grandson of Krishna Vajranabha 5000 years ago. Then, it was rebuilt in 400 AD during the reign of Chandragupta Vikramaditya. The place has held religious significance since at least the 6th century BCE with findings of religious artifacts in excavations.

 

 

According to Hindu traditions, Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudeva in a prison cell where they were confined by his maternal uncle Kansa, a king of Mathura, due to prophecy of his death by the child of Devaki. Sri Krishna Janmasthan Temple has been built around the prison in which Lord Krishna was born.

 

This is easily one of the well maintained temples in India. Security is extremely tight and you need to deposit your mobile phones in the cloak room before you enter the temple. The actual Janmabhoomi is a small cell, which is very crowded.

 

 

The peaceful and serene ambience of the temple makes one to feel the presence of Lord Shri Krishna and one does not feel like leaving the temple at all. Apart from the daily pooja and aartis, festivals like Janmashtami, Holi and Deepavali are well celebrated. Devotees visit the temple throughout the year but the Ideal time to visit the temple is from November to April.

 

Summer: 05.00 AM to 12.00 NOON and 04.00 PM to 09.30 PM

Winter: 05.30 AM to 12.00 NOON and O3.00 PM to 08.30 PM

Mangal Aarti: 05:30 AM

Makhan Bhog: 08:00 AM

Sandhya Aarti: 06:00 PM

 

Mathura is the birthplace of Lord Krishna mostly called as Shri Krishna Janma-Bhoomi situated at the heart of Brij-bhoomi. It is one of the most holy and important places associated to Lord Krishna. Shri Krishna Janmasthan Temple in Mathura is a most visites for all Hindus. The temple is 1.8 kms from the Mathura Railway station and takes just 20 minutes walk to reach the temple.