Jan 28 2023
    Celebrations Of Holi In Mathura And Vrindavan And Barsana 2023

    Thousand years of history, mythological legends, stories of goodness prevailing over the evil and that 6-year-old neighbour kid wildly throwing water balloons at you – if this is your idea of Holi, we dare you to be a part of the crazy Holi celebrations of Barsana, Vrindavan, and Braj in Mathura.

    It is on the ghats of Mathura – the birthplace of Krishna where Holi is celebrated in the wildest, yet colorful and sane revelry. With sticks, shields, colors, and canons of water, Holi celebration here is a must-have experience. If you are game for an epic Holi this year, here we are answering all questions about Holi in Mathura, starting with what, where, when, why and how. 

    Mathura Holi is certainly an experience for a lifetime for the believers. It is in the suburbs of Mathura that the love life of Krishna and Radha sprouted and grew. Legends say that Krishna was jealous of her fairness and used to complain about his ‘dusky’ face to his mother. It was only to balance the skin tones of each other that he used to throw colors at Radha and paint her face with multiple colors. From his village Nandgaon, Krishna and his friends used to come to Barsana – Radha’s village to color Radha and her friends. The girls used to beat the guys, playfully though, with sticks.

    • Lathmar Holi in Barasana
    • Lathmar Holi in NandGaon
    • Range Bharni Ekadashi – Lathmar Holi in Krishna Janmabhoomi, Mathura; Colorful Holi celebration in Banke Bihari Temple, Vrindavan
    • Widow’s Holi – This is a significant rituual of Vrindavan Holi. Lathmar at Pagal Baba Widow Ashram in Vrindavan that is a strong step against the traditional convention that widows in India are not allowed to wear colorful clothes or play with colors
    • Holika Dahan in entire Brijmandal; priests crossing holi fire in Phalen Village, Kosi, Mathura
    • Dhulandi Holi – colored water holi in Brijmandal, color Holi celebrations in Mathura Vrindavan temples
    • Huranga – famous Huranga Holi celebration in Dauji temple, Baldeo, Mathura
    • Rang Panchami – end of Holi celebrations in Braj mandal temples

    So, basically, there are five major events to attend that are associated with the Holi festival in Mathura, Holi in Vrindavan, & nearby regions – the lathmar Holi at Barsana, lathmar Holi at Nandgaon, Holika Dahan in Kosi, and colorful Holi at Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan, Baldeo. So plan your trip accordingly. Besides, some local tour and sightseeing in Mathura – the land of Krishna – & adjoining villages would always be exciting. Stroll through the rustic urban villages, sip a glass or two of thandai (read Bhang – made from cannabis leaves mixed with flavored milk) and dance to the tunes of soulful bhajans.

    Full Week Plan:

    27 Feb 2023, Monday
    Barsana Laddu Holi : Sriji Temple Barsana

    28 Feb 2023, Tuesday
    Barsana Lathmar Holi : ( Main Holi Barsana )

    01 March 2023, Wednesday
    Nandgaon Holi : Lathmar Holi in Nand Bhawan

    03 March 2023, Friday
    Vrindavan Holi : Phoolwalon Ki Holi Bankey Bihari Temple, Rangbhari Ekadashi Holi in Vrindavan

    03 March 2023, Friday
    Mathura Holi : Special Event at Birthplace of Lord Krishna Temple and all over Mathura

    6th March 2023, Monday
    Gokul Holi : Gokul Holi and Raman Reti Visit

    7th March 2023, Tuesday
    Holika Dahan ( Holi Fire) : Dwarkadhish Temple Dola and Mathura Vishram Ghat, Banke Bihari Vrindavan

    8th March 2023, Wednesday
    Dhulandi Holi : Dwarkadheesh Tesu Flowers / Abir Gulal Holi and Colorful Water Holi in Brij

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    Dec 10 2022
    Dauji Mandir

    About 18 kilometres from Mathura is one of the most revered temples of the country, the Dauji Mandir. The temple has stood for over 5000 years since 1535 AD and is one of the oldest temples in the city. The presiding deity of the temple is Lord Balarama, who was the elder sibling of Lord Krishna.

    Devotees and pilgrims from all over the country gather at the temple to offer prayers in the holy abode of Baladev manifestation of the Lord Vishnu. The idol of Lord Baladev is considered as the hugest of Braja Mandal, black in colour and having two hands. The deity is about 7 feet tall. While the left-hand holds a royal cup with Varuni (the holy drink) in it, the right hand is elevated and can be discovered by the devotees when they offer prayers. Equipped with exquisite dress and embellishments, the idol radiates magnificence.

    Apart from the chief deity that is Lord Balaram, there is also a statue of his wife, Revati, dressed exquisitely. One of the significant factors about this temple is the presence of Kshir Sagar, which has added a lot in making Dauji Mandir one of the most intriguing pilgrimage destinations in the country. The temple is a must-visit for all those who are fascinated by mythology, culture, history and spirituality.

    Architecture of Dauji Mandir
    The temple, which is rooted in Hindu mythology and stores high cultural significance is built in typical Indian architectural style. It has three doors on three sides each of which gives access to the calla, one of which is surmounted by a squat pyramidal tower. Inside the main sanctum, the walls display beautiful artworks as well as decorated idols of Lord Balarama and his wife, Revati. Baladeva serves as the chief deity while there is a life-sized statue of Revati as well.

    Dauji Mandir complex has an adjoining court, where there is a small vaulted chamber believed to be the residence to the God post his epiphany. Each court or Kunj bears the name of its founder. The Kshir Sagar or Sea of Milk is a tank built of bricks, spread over 80 years square. The sea is not in good condition and its surface is covered with thick green scum. Nevertheless, the pilgrims still bathe in it.

    How To Reach Dauji Mandir
    The temple is located about 25 kilometres southeast of Mathura, on the other side of the river. One can visit it while travelling to Gokula or Raval. Dauji Mandir can be reached using local transport like buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis. The city has its own railway station and the Agra Kheria Airport is located 60 kilometres from here. The nearest bus stand is located near the Hotel Mansarovar Palace.

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    Timings : 7:00 AM – 12:30 PM
    3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Time Required : 1-2 hrs
    Entry Fee : No entry fee

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