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About Mathura
Mathura (or Brajbhoomi) is famous as the birthplace
of Lord Krishna, Mathura is the best place to observe the
religious heritage of India. The holy town positioned
along the shores of River Yamuna is one of the few that
are mentioned both in history and mythology.
Mathura is a home to many temples and shrines
associated with the birth and life of lord Krishna.
Krishna devotees throng the various temples in and around
Mathura through out the year. There are various temples
and tourist places in Mathura that you can visit on
your luxury Mathura travel. Its proximity to Agra has made
it popular and easily accessible for tourists. Many
tourists visiting Agra stretch their tour and visit
various beautiful temples in Mathura.
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Tourist
Attractions in Mathura
Shri Krishna Janma Bhoomi
A temple marks the birthplace of Lord Krishna today. A
narrow passage leads one into a small room with a raised
platform adorned with pictures of Krishna as a child to
the left. The story of His birth is written and depicted
on the walls. A narrow set of marble steps leads you to
the terrace and a walled corridor creates the effect of a
prison.
Dwarkadheesh Temple
The Dwarkadish Temple, built in 1814, is a popular temple
in the center of town. This is the most visited temple
located in the center of town. This is the most visited
temple in Mathura.
Jamma Masjid
Built by Nabir -Khan in 1661 A.D. the Mosque has 4 lofty
minarets, wit bright coloured plaster mosaic of which a
few panels currently exist. Vishram Ghat
The sacred spot where Lord Krishna is believed to have
rested after slaying the tyrant Kansa.
Archeological Museum
Besides Hindu temples, Mathura is also known as a
great center of Buddhism. The museum houses a powerful,
impressive Bodhisttava from the Kushana period and even
claims the honors of having produced the first images of
Buddha. Buddhism and Jainism influenced the Mathura school
of art, which flourished during Kushana's time. The coins
found during archaeological excavations in Mathura point
to Scythian influence.
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Getting There
By Air: The nearest airport is Agra, which in turn
has regular domestic flights from Delhi, Khajuraho and
Varanasi.
By Train: The Mathura is well connected by trains
to Agra, Delhi, Bharatpur, Sawai Madhopur and Kota. The
Taj Express to and from Delhi is a good option.
By Road: Mathura is very well linked by a network
of roads to all the major cities of Uttar Pradesh and
Delhi.
Accommodations
There are several luxury accommodations available in
Mathura. The hotels ranges between luxury and budget. We
offer you best accommodation option available in Mathura,
keeping your interest and expense in mind.
Luxury Holiday India offers information on Mathura in
Uttar Pradesh India and online Booking facility of
Mathura in Uttar Pradesh India.
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