Mathura
Uttar PradeshMathura is a sacred city in India, renowned as the birthplace of Lord Krishna. Located on the banks of the Yamuna River, it is one of the seven holy cities (Sapta Puri) in Hinduism. The city is filled with numerous ancient temples, shrines, and historical sites that reflect its rich cultural and spiritual heritage.
Temples in Mathura
See all temples and their timings in Mathura at one place
Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Laxminarayan Temple
Hanuman Mandir Bade Hanuman Ji Temple
Hanuman Garhi Temple
Doodhadhari Barfani Temple
Priyakant Ju Temple
Radha Gokulananda Mandir
Katyayani Peeth Temple
Shahji Temple
Shri Radha Vallabh Temple
Nidhivan Temple
Kesava Deo Temple
Yama Aditya Temple
Rangji Temple
Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple
Prem Mandir
Kade Sheetla Dham
Maa Kalyani Devi Temple
Maan Mandir
Brahmand Ghat Temple
Shri Krishna Pranami Param Dham
Asheshwar Mahadev Temple
Lotus Temple
Gopeshwar Mahadev Temple
Tixi Temple
Augharnath Mandir
Hanuman Dhara Mandir
Gokulnathji Temple
Uttara Swami Malai Mandir
Chittaranjan Park Kali Mandir
Yogmaya Temple
Daan Ghati Temple
Shri Veni Madhav Mandir
Shri Radha Madan Mohan Temple
Radha Rani Temple
Kamadgiri Temple
Sri Kilkari Bhairav Nath Mandir
New Delhi Kali Bari
Kalkaji Mandir
Vishram Ghat Temple
Chaturbhuj Temple
Chamunda Devi Temple
Bhuteshwar Mahadev Temple
Lohwan Durga Mata Mandir
Kanha AI
Sthal
Padyatra
How to Reach Mathura
Transportation
Emergency ContactReach by Air
The nearest airport is the Agra Airport, which is about 60 kilometers from Mathura. From the airport, you can take a taxi or bus to reach Mathura.
Reach by Train
Mathura Junction is a major railway station that connects to various parts of India. Regular trains are available from major cities like Delhi, Agra, and Mumbai.
Reach by Road
Within Mathura, local transportation includes auto-rickshaws, taxis, and cycle rickshaws.
Historical Timeline
- Founded by the legendary king Shatrughna, brother of Lord Rama, approximately 2500 years ago
- Mentioned in ancient Hindu scriptures like the Ramayana and the Mahabharata
- Historical significance in Buddhist and Jain traditions, with references in texts like the Maha Prajnaparamita Sastra and Trishashti Shalaka Puritra Caritra
- Ruled by various dynasties including the Mauryans, Guptas, and Kushans.
Bhagwan in Mathura
Bhagwan associated to Mathura and whose famous temples and sthal are there in Mathura
