India /Uttar Pradesh /Mathura / Govardhan

Govardhana exemplifies two renditions. Literally the term stands for something that increases the senses. Thus what one can attain from visiting this holy abode of young Krishna is the enlightenment of one’s wits. Govardhan has surpassed all the dhams of Hindu religion with its enormous legendary tales and traditions. Closely linked with the past time stories of the blue god, this sacred place on the hilly terrain of Giriraj peak is a much coveted place which gains equal accolades from all the fractions of the Hindu religion. This legendary peak adorns a significant place in all most all the Vedic scriptures and it is presumed that this peak is descended from heaven to assist the lord in his divine activities. Traditions say that once the lord had saved the life of the people of Vraj from the torrential rain by lifting the peak of Govardhana in his left hand for seven consecutive days. Vedas render a two fold manifestation to this great peak, where in the peak is narrated as the greatest devotee of the lord and in some places this peak step in to the shoes of the lord and is indistinguishable from the lord himself. One of the venerated places of Vaishnavite tradition, Govardhana acquires tremendous impact in the spiritual life of a devotee and it is believed that Govardhana Parikrama would fetch the devotee with much more boon that they would acquire from anywhere else. Aptly described as the crown jewel of Vraj, Govardhana stands synonymous with the lord himself. As the center stage of his transcendental past times this peak now adorns the status of a deity.

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Category : Pilgrim

Time Zone: UTC + 5:30 Hours

Pincode: 281502

STD Code: 565

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Best Time to Visit:  October – March

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By Air : Delhi International airport is the nearest one, which is 165 km away from Govardhan. Delhi airport is well connected with major cities within the country and abroad. Taxis are available from Delhi and it takes about 9 hours to reach Govardhan and fare is about Rs 2,500.

By Train : Nearest railhead is at Mathura, which is 26 km away from Govardhan. Taxi cabs are available from Mathura and it charges about Rs 350. Mathura Railway junction is an important rail head in the Mumbai – Delhi, Chennai – Delhi rail route. Pre-paid taxi services are available from Mathura to near by destinations. Regular train services are available from Mathura to Delhi and also to other cities in India.

By BUS : Govardhan is well connected with nearby cities like Agra, Faizabad and Allahabad by state owned road transport corporation buses via Mathura. Tourist Deluxe bus services are available from Delhi to Mathura, costing about Rs 500 per head.

By Taxi : Govardhan is well connected by a road network and national Highway. The tourist can reach to Govardhan by taxi. The normal Indian taxi charges of Rupees 8 to 20 will be charged for each km.

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Budget  – Up to Rs. 800

• Radha Ashok at Brij Vasundhara ; Aanyor Parikrama Marg Danghati, Govardhan, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh 281502. ; Ph – 0565 253 0395 ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, 24-hour room service, Air conditioning, Conference facilities, Laundry, Parking, Bus Parking, Banquet facilities.

Economy – Up to Rs. 801 to Rs. 1200

• Gaurav Hotel ; Mathura Goverdhan Road Lathokari Mahadev Temple, Govardhan, Uttar Pradesh 281502. ; Ph – N.A. ; Facilities – Travel Desk, 24-hour front desk, Air conditioning, Laundry, Parking, 24-Hour Security, Indoor Parking, Doctor on call.

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Govardhan Puja ; Venue:  N.A. ; Period :  N.A. ; Details:  Govardhan Puja is dedicated to the Govardan Mountain near Mathura, which was lifted by Lord Krishna to save the people of Braj from heavy rains and flood created by Lord Indra. Apart from worship of Lord Krishna and Govardhan Mountain, people perform Govardhan Parikrama, circumambulating the hill. It is an important event on the day.The festival of Govardhan Puja is also known as Annakut, as the food offered by devotees is so much that it takes the form of a mountain.

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• Beware of pickpockets as Govardhan is a major tourist city in India.

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• Police : 100

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