Vrindavan Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh, India
About Vrindavan
Vrindavan (vrihn-duh-vuhn) stands on the original forest of Vrindavana where theHindugod Krishna spent his childhood, on the banks of the Yamuna River. Numerous events are documented to have occurred here: this is where Krishna did the divine dance with Gopis (Maharaas), spread the message of divine love with his lover Radha, stole the clothes of the bathing maidens (gopis) who prayed for attaining him, and destroyed an entire succession of demons. Consequently, it is a major pilgrimage destination for Hindus, and features by some counts as many as 5000 temples. It is believed that the essence of Vrindavan was lost over time until the 16th century, when it was rediscovered by Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. In the year 1515, Lord Chaitanya Mahaprabhu visited Vrindavan, with purpose of locati
Top Attractions in Vrindavan
Explore the best things to see and do in Vrindavan:
- ★Bihariji
- ★Jaigurudeo Temple
- ★Krishna Balaram Mandir
- ★Nidhi Van
- ★Prem Mandir
- ★Radhavallabh Mandir
- ★Rangji Mandir
Where to Eat in Vrindavan
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴56 Delight's Restaurant
- 🍴Bharati Foods
- 🍴Govindas Restaurant
- 🍴MVT Restaurant
Where to Stay in Vrindavan
- 🏨Bharti Guest House
- 🏨Hotel Basera
- 🏨Hotel Krishnam
- 🏨Hotel The Shubham
- 🏨Yamuna Dham
Vrindavan Travel Guide Sections
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