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TOUR MATHURA Shri Krishna Janmabhumi - It is the birth place of Lord Krishna and a major pil grimage place.

A stone slab marks the original birth place of Krishna. Now there is a temple complex with a small prison where Lord Krishna is supposed to have been born. Dwarkadhish Temple - It was built in early 19th century by Seth Gokuldass of Gwa lior. Dedicated to lord Krishna, the temple attracts pilgrims from all parts of India for its numerous colourful festivals celebrated throughout the year. Ranghbhumi - It is the place where Krishna killed Kansa and set his parents free . Vishram Ghat - It is the most important bathing ghat along the river Yamuna, whe re Lord Krishna took rest after killing the tyrant king Kansa. >>JAMA MASJID : Built by Abo-inNabir-Khan in 1661.A.D. the mosque has 4 lofty mi narets, with bright colored plaster mosaic of which a few panels currently exist .

VR INDAVAN GOVINDA DEV TEMPLE : Built by Raja Man singh of Jaipur in 1590, The temple is a testimony of the architectural splendour of medieval India. The temple walls av erage 10 ft. thickness. The upper state is regular triforium. Originally seven s tories high, it's upper four stories were destroyed during the reign of Aurangze b. The Krishna idol was then removed to Jaipur . SHAHJI TEMPLE : It was constructed in the year 1860. It is a prominent temple of northern India. It is famous for it's explendid art architecture , sculpture a nd twelve single piece spiral colemns made up of marble approx 15'high. The worl d famous BASANTI KAMRA is situated in the eastern wing of this temple. This roo m has spectacular ancient chandelies and rare paintings are available . RANG JI TEMPLE : Vrindavan 's longest temple, it was constructed in 1851 by Seth Govind Das ji & Seth Laxmi Chand Ji. All were desciples of Acharyavarya Rangdes hie Swami where as the main gate is in Rajput style , The temple follows South I ndian architectural pattern . The outer wall measure 773 Ft. and encompass a wat er tank , a garden and the actual temple . The "Dhweja Stambha " , 50 ft. tall , is believed to be gold plated . MADAN MOHAN TEMPLE : Situated near Kali ghat , it is believed to have been built by Kapur Ram Das of Multan. The original Image of Madan Mohan was removed t o Karauli during the regin of Aurangzeb . KRISHNA BALRAM MANDIR (ISKCON VRINDAVAN ) : This is a International spiritual organisation having 400 centers around the world . This was founded by srila A.C . Bhakti Vedanta Swami Prabhupada . thousands of pilgrims and International tour ists visited Vrindavan centre which is having beautiful temple of Lord Krishna . GOKUL About 15 Kms. of the south-east of Mathura connected by a metalled road is

Gokul, a suburb of the inland town of Mahavan on the bank of the river Yamuna. Gukul is a celebrated spot where Lord Krishna was reared in secrecy by his nurse . This place is very scared and is visited by thousand of pilgrims particularly during the birth anniversary of the Lord Krishna in july-august and the time of Annakut festival. Gokul is also associated with the famous saint Vallabhacharya who lived here for many years. The most important temple is that of Gokul Nath J i. The principal meals are Janma in Bhadon and Annkut on the day after the new M oon of kartik. The "Trinavat Mela" is also held on the fourth day of the dark ha lf of kartik.

AGRA Taj Mahal:The Taj Mahal, the one and only one of its kind across the world. The monumental labour of love of a great ruler for his beloved queen. The ultimate r ealisation of Emperor Shahjahan's dream. One of the wonders of the world. From 1 631 A.D., it took 22 years in the making. An estimated 20,000 people worked to c omplete the enchanting mausoleum, on the banks of the Yamuna. Agra Fort:Though Agra is more famous world over as the city of Taj,Agra Fort is another dimension to the city thatattracts tourists in hordes. Built by Akbar in Red Sandstone when he was through with..... Ram Bagh:Laid out in 1528 by Babur the first of the Mughal emperors this is the earliest Mughal garden. It is said that Babur was temporarily buried here before being permanently interred at Kabul in Afaganisthan..... Jama Masjid:The mosque at Sikri was the first structure to be built in 1571. Th e exterior is modest but the interior carries the most gorgeous ornamentation in the floral arabesques and ingenious geometrical patterns in brown.... Fatehpur Sikri: The city was built by Akbar in the 16th century. It exemplifies the architectural splendor of the Mughals. Buland Darwaza:Buland Darwaza, the colossal triumphal arch, was built in 1575 on the southern wall of the courtyard. It celebrates Akbar's conquest of Gujarat.. ... Panch Mahall:Panch Mahal, a five storeyed pavilion, stands on the western line of the courtyard.This is the badgir, the Persian wind tower for ladies of the ha rem......

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