Govind Deo, Vrindavan

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Govind Dev, Vrindavan, Mathura, India. Edit

Detail InformationEdit

Govind Dev which is also known as Govindaji Temple was once a magnificent seven storey structure built in the form of a Greek cross. It is said that the Emperor Akbar donated some of the red sandstone that had been brought for the Red Fort at Agra, for the construction of this temple. Built at the astronomical cost of one crore rupees in 1590 by his general Raja Man Singh, the temple combines western, Hindu and Muslim architectural elements in its structure. It was destroyed by Mughal ruler Aurangzeb, but its ruins can still be seen by the visitors.

Govind Deo, Vrindavan

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Must SeeEdit

Attraction

Visiting TimeEdit

6.00 AM – 8.30 PM

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Best Season to VisitEdit

September to March.

Best Time To VisitEdit

Morning, Afternoon, Evening.

Time Required for SightseeingEdit

Minimum 90 Minute.

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Restaurants NearbyAdd / Edit

Dasaprakash Restaurant Vrindavan ; Kridha Residency, Raman Reti, Near Axis Bank, Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh 281121. ; Ph/M – 0565 254 0151 ; Food Serve – N.A.

How to ReachEdit

Taxi : Vrindavan is well connected by a road network and national highways. The tourist will reach to Vrindavan by taxi. the traditional Indian taxi charges of Rupees eight to twenty are charged for each Kilometre.

Bus : State road transport corporation buses connect Vrindavan with neighbouring cities including Haridwar, Agra and Mathura. There are few bus services from Delhi also.

Train : It has its own railway station in Vrindavan. The Vrindavan railway station that is connected to most the main cities of India.

Air : There is no airport in Vrindavan. the nearest Indira Gandhi International Airport at Delhi and is at a distance of 142 Kilometre from Vrindavan. Taxi and Cab services also available from Delhi to reach Vrindavan. Taxi charge around the Rs 1,400 from Delhi to Vrindavan.

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