Mathura,
in Uttar Pradesh, the nucleus of Brajbhoomi, is located at a
distance of 145 km south-east of Delhi and 58 km north-west of Agra,
the city of Taj. Covering an area of about 3,800 sq. km., today,
Brajbhoomi can be divided into two distinct units - the eastern part
in the trans-Yamuna tract with places like Gokul, Mahavan, Baldeo,
Mat and Bajna and the western side of the Yamuna covering the
Mathura region that encompasses Vrindavan, Govardhan, Kusum Sarovar,
Barsana and Nandgaon.
A long stretch of beautiful
ghats - with their steps leading to the water's edge, arched
gateways and temple spires extending along the right bank of the
River Yamuna, enhances the sacred character of the town of Mathura.
The birth place of Lord Krishna - Mathura is today an important
place of pilgrimage, flocked by thousands of pilgrims daily.
Attractions
to See
- Shri Krishna Janma Bhoomi
- Dwarkadheesh Temple
- Jamma Masjid
- Archeological Museum
How to Reach
- Air
The nearest airport is Agra, at a distance of
47 km. There are regular flights from Agra to several cities of
India, including Delhi, Khajuraho and Varanasi.
- Rail
The Mathura has its own railway station.
Mathura is well connected by train with Agra (1 hour),
Bharatpur, Sawai Madhopur and Kota. The Taj Express runs daily
between Mathura and Delhi (2½ hours). Mathura is an
important railway junction with direct trains to many places.
- Road
Mathura is very well connected by a network
of roads and road transport to all major towns of Uttar Pradesh
and surrounding areas. Mathura is 141 km south of Delhi and 47
km northwest of Agra.
