'Doodh peda' to 'Barsana ki Holi': Charms of Mathura-Vrindavan

Lying on the banks of river Yamuna is the spiritual and sacred place, Mathura that impresses its tourists from far and wide with its unparalleled charm and aura. Situated just an hour's drive away from the famous Agra City, Mathura, also referred to as the birthplace of Lord Krishna, invites people of all ages to relax, unwind, and de-clutter their minds soulfully, far away from the hustle-bustle of everyday life and enjoy some time in tranquility. (Photo/ UP Tourism website)

Hema Malini of BJP won the Mathura Lok Sabha constituency in 2019, with a margin of 2,93,471 votes, by defeating Kunwar Narendra Singh of RLD. Hema Malini secured 6,71,293 votes. (Photo/ Agencies)

The most famous of Mathura’s temples is the Krishna Janmasthan Temple, built around the prison cell where Krishna was born after his parents were imprisoned by his evil uncle, Kansa, king of Mathura. One of the most venerated shrines in India, the temple complex is located west of Mathura’s old city and thronged by pilgrims throughtout the year, whose number increases exponentially during festivals. (Photo/ UP Tourism)

Mathura comes alive with colourful festivals throughout the year. Special festivities mark the festival of colours, Holi. Several classical and folk artistes render enthralling performances on this occasion. Janmashtami, the birthday of Shri Krishna is celebrated with great pomp and Splendour throughout Braj. (Photo/ Agencies)

The Government Museum, Mathura originally founded by FS Grouse in 1874, is today one of the leading centers for research, study and the preservation of Mathura’s splendid heritage of art. The museum housed in a fine octagonal, red sandstone building, located at Dampier Park, has a finest collection of sculptures belonging to the Maurya, Sunga, Kushana and the Gupta periods. Its collection of Kushana art is considered to be the finest in the world. (Photo/ UP Tourism website)

The main temple here is elaborately designed and colourfully painted. Situated in the heart of the city, this temple was built by Seth Gokul Das of Gwalior in 1814. (Photo/ UP tourism website)

The traditional parikrama (circumambulation of all the important religious and cultural places of the city) starts from Vishram Ghat and ends here. (Photo/ Agencies)

Mathura, the land of cows, is famed for its milk based sweetmeats. the most famous is the peda of Mathura, a milk dish known for its taste and freshness. Puri-kachodi of mathura is also famous. A variety of salted dishes and other savouries are also well known specialties of the town. (Photo/ UP Tourism website)