Gokul

A little town called Gokul, located near Mathura and Vrindavan, is where Hindu God Krishna spent his infancy. As a result, Gokul continues to be an important Hindu pilgrimage site in India. Lord Krishna was born at Nathdwara to Devaki and King Vasudev, according to Hindu mythology. His father, King Vasudev, transported him to Gokul to the residence of Nanda and Yashoda, who became his foster parents, in order to protect him from his maternal uncle, who wished to kill him.

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Shri Thakurani Ghat

Shri Thakur Rani Ghat is one of Gokul's most holy sites, and its history, as well as some mythology, play an important role. Vallabhacharya was said to have received the darshan (divine manifestation) of Goddess Yamuna here, according to legend. He then praised her by performing the Yamunashtakam (a devotional song).This location is linked to a significant historical event in the life of Vallabhacharya, a great Hindu theologian, philosopher, and saint. This is one of the best places in Uttar Pradesh to go if you want to get some peace and quiet and lose yourself in meditation.

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Nand Bhavan

The Chaurasi Khamba Temple, also known as Nand Bhawan, is one of Gokul's most popular tourist sites. It attracts visitors and devotees since it was here that Lord Krishna spent his infancy days after King Kansa imprisoned his true parents. The residence belongs to Nand Maharaj, Lord Krishna's foster father. The temple is known as Chaurasi Khamba temple because it is supported by 84 pillars. The number 84 represents the 84,00,000 species of life in the material universe, according to Hindu holy traditions. As a result, the pillars are thought to hold all of the universe's life when taken together.

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Raman Reti

Raman Reti, commonly known as Raman Van, is a town in Mathura's eastern region. This Gokul attraction has a particular place in the hearts and imaginations of the inhabitants. It was here that Lord Krishna spent his youth days having pleasure and frolic with Balarama and their companions. An unusual note about this location is that instead of customary colours, the Hindu holiday of Holi is celebrated here with sand. In close proximity to the shrine is a deer park with ostriches and ducks. In the temple compound, there are several huts belonging to sadhus and sanyasis. it has extremly soft sand so that children can play and enjoy.

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Brahmand Ghat

Devotees at this sacred place adore the earth where Lord Krishna is said to have touched and consumed it. They also take away mud packages, which are thought to bring good fortune and success. It is thought that smearing it will cure fatal ailments. The Brahmand Temple, which overlooks the Yamuna River and is dedicated to a specific episode in Krishna's life, is located next to the ghat. A peepal tree can also be found in the temple complex. Female temple visitors wrap a ribbon around the temple's branches to wish their husbands a long life. with the average temperature being 42°C. If you can cope with the heat, then summers is as fine a time as many to visit this place. However, if you prefer the cool and pleasant weather, then there is no time better than winters

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GokulNath Ji Temple

The Gokulnathji Temple is one of Gokul's most popular religious locations. With its massive shikhara, the temple stands out (central tower). Mansi Ganga, which runs alongside the shrine, is a draw in and of itself. This water tank is linked to a fascinating legendary storey. The Gokulnath Temple is thought to mark the end of the Govardhan Parikrama. In the temple, Shri Krishna is worshipped beside Giriraj Maharaja (Mount Govardhan). The temple is packed with tourists during the Janmashtami, Annakut, and Trinvat Mela festivals.

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