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THE GREAT FOREST
The city of Mahavan is around 11-km from Mathura,
lying on the left bank of the river
Yamuna. This place is
closely associated with lord Krishna’s foster parents, Nand and
Yashoda. Lord Krishna is believed to have spent his childhood here.
Mathura Nathji Temple:
The huge shrine of Mathuranathji is the most sacred and impressive temple
in Mahavan.
Chaurasi Khamba:
The eighty-four pillars, the palace of Nanda is a beautiful brick and
plaster edifice, which is a amalgam of several influences, Buddhist
influence being the most prominent one. Aurangzeb rebuilt this palace as a
mosque, with its pillars resembling the Qutab Minar of Delhi.
Chathi Palana temple:
This was originally the palace of Rohini, mother of Baldeo, the elder
brother of Krishna.
Other important shrines include the Shyamlaji Temple, the Yogmaya Temple,
Tranairatri Temple and the Mahamall Raiji’s Palace.
Air: Nearest airport is Kheria (Agra),
62-kms from Mathura.
Rail: Mathura is on the main lines of the central and western
railways and is connected with all the major cities and is just 11-km away
from Mahavan.
Road: Mathura is well connected by motorable roads to important
tourist centres and regular buses ply between Mahavan and Mathura.
Local transport: Taxis, Tongas and Cycle rickshaws.
Mahavan is not a major cities, so leave the luxury optioin behind, but some resonable accommodation are available in the city. For better stay options, try checking out the hotels in Mathura.
Mathura: 11-km
Temperature ( oC )
Summer : Max: 45 ; Min: 21.9
Winter : Max: 31.7; Min: 4.2
Rainfall: 65 cms (June to September).
Clothing:
Summer: Cotton and tropical.
Winter: Woollen.
Festivals:
Holi - February/March
Janmashtami -
August / September.
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