Barsana

Shriji Temple / Shri Radha Rani Temple Barsana

Barsana village is located 43 km from Mathura. The reason for the name of the Barasana village - Nand Maharaj ji, was very fond of Shree Vrishbhanu Maharaj Ji. When Shri Nand Maharaj was residing in Gokul. Then Vrishbhanu Maharaj was staying in Raval village near Gokul. When Shri Nand Maharaj crossed the river Yamuna from Gokul to protect Lord Krishna, he came to reside in Nandgaon. Upon hearing this, Shri Vrishabhanu Maharaj also came from Raval village and resided in Nandgaon. The mountain on which Sri Vrishbhanu Maharaj had lived. The name of that mountain was Bhanugarh and the second name of this mountain is Brahagiri Mountain.

Due to his residing in this village, this village got the name Barasana village. The place where Vrishbhanu Maharaj Ji was sitting. At that place, the Shri Radha Rani Temple is located. In this temple, the regular service of Lord Radha Rani's vigil is worshiped. There are many temples in Brajdham. Among them, the temple of Shri Radha Rani is paramount. The Sidia of the temple is made of beautiful stones. In the course of his childhood, Shri Krishna had played in the beautiful game Nandgaon with his teachers. In the same way, Shri Radha ji had played the game in rowing with his beloved friends. There is a giant prayer in front of Shri Ji temple. Here every year the game of Kirtan, Jhulan Kirtan, Madhumangal of Holi games is held.

Maan Mandir

Radhaji used to go in seclusion when she was sad or angry. Krishnaji used to try to please her. It has a dark chamber.

Mor Kutir

Mor Kutir is the place where Radhaji and Krishnaji used to dance as peacock and peahen.

Radha Sarovar Krishna Kund

This is the pond in the center of a forest where Radhaji is supposed to have a bath.

Lalita Sakhi Temple

A divine spot dedicated to Lalita Sakhi Uncha Gaon, the chief among the Ashta-Sakhis and closest companion of Radharani.

Vishakha Kund & Temple

Associated with Vishakha Sakhi, one of the Ashta-Sakhis or another principal sakhi of Radharani, linked to many leelas

Charan Pahadi

The sacred hill where the footprints of Radha–Krishna are believed to be engraved. A peaceful spot for meditation.

Pili Pokhar / priya kund

A holy pond where Radha Rani and Krishna played Holi with turmeric water. The water still has a yellowish tint

Gahavar Van

A divine forest believed to be Radharani’s favorite place for confidential pastimes. Spiritually powerful and serene

Dan Bihari Temple

Dan Bihari Temple, one of the oldest temples in Barsana, is believed to be about 800 years old.

Sankari Khor / Sankri Gali

The narrow pass where Krishna stopped Radha and her sakhis for daan-leela. One of the top-loved spots for devotees

Radha Bagh

A lovely place to visit which has Radha Krishna old Raas Leela Sthalis, a temple, and beautiful groves inside radha bagh garden

Jaipur Temple / Kushal Bihari

Temple was built by the Kushal Bihari Maharaja of Jaipur and is a significant structure known for its Rajasthani-style architecture

Chameli Van

A fragrant grove where Radha–Krishna enjoyed natural beauty and divine moments

Prem Sarovar

A holy lake symbolizing the pure divine love of Radha and Krishna. Offers a serene and calming environment for meditation

Kirti Mandir

Temple of Radharani’s Mother. Contains a rare murti of baby Radha sitting on her mother's lap

Four Peaks of Barsana

Bhanugarh, Mangarh, Daangarh, and Vilasgarh. These peaks are considered to be the four heads of Lord Brahma

Barsana's Lathmar Holi

One of the most iconic and vibrant festivals of Braj, celebrated a few days before the main Holi in Barsana

Barsana Parikrma

Barsana Parikrama is a spiritually uplifting 5–7 km circumambulation around the four sacred hills of Barsana