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Place: Hindu Temple (dedicated to Lord Krishna as Dwarkadhish and Radharani)

Seth Gokul Das Parikh, the treasurer under the Gwalior Scindia dynasty, built it in 1814. The Rajasthani style of architecture.

April to June:

Darshan is from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Some sources say 6:00 AM to 7:30 PM

October through March is winter.

Darshan: 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM and 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Another thing to note is that winter closing time is at 7:00 PM.

In the summer, temperatures can reach 40 to 45 °C, so locals recommend wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water.

In the winter, the weather is nice and mild, usually between 12 °C and 25 °C.

You should plan to spend one to two hours there. This is enough time for darshan, looking around at the buildings, and participating in rituals.

Visitors from India: No fee to enter

People from other countries don't have to pay to get in either.

Summer Aarti Sequence:

The Winter Aarti Sequence:

Built in 1814 by Seth Gokul Das Parikh, a devoted follower and treasurer under the Scindia monarchy, the Dwarkadhish Temple in Mathura is a beautiful example of both devotion and architecture.

It shows Krishna in his kingly form, Dwarkadhish, with Radharani, and it is in line with the Pushtimarg tradition started by Vallabhacharya. The entrance to the temple is beautifully carved and painted, and it leads into a courtyard with ornately carved pillars that hold up colorful murals. This is all an example of Rajasthani craftsmanship.

The temple has become a well-known place of worship in Mathura over the years. It hosts a wide range of religious events, including Hindola, Janmashtami, Holi, and Diwali. During the monsoon season, Hindola is a swing festival where the gods are placed in a beautifully decorated swing. This is a very moving sight for pilgrims who come to see it. These events add to the temple's cultural tapestry and keep pilgrims coming from all over India and beyond.

• Along with Radharani, he worships Krishna in his royal form (Dwarkadhish).
• Art and architecture: Rajasthani styles, murals on the ceiling, and a beautiful courtyard with pillars.
• Festivals: Hindola, Janmashtami, Holi, and Radhashtami are very important.

• Go to aarti in the morning and evening.
• Look at the detailed carvings and murals.
• During swing celebrations, you can go to festivals like the Hindola festival.
• Walk to the nearby Yamuna ghats and enjoy the spiritual atmosphere.

By Air: The closest airport is Agra Airport, which is about 60 km away.

By train, Mathura Railway Station is about 3.5 km away.

By road or bus, Mathura is easy to get to. You can easily find local autos and cycle rickshaws for the last leg of the trip. (Note: The airport, station, and bus references are all in the context of general tourism.)

Bus Stand: Very close—0.5–0.6 km away, depending on how far away the other hotels are.

Mathura Railway Station is about 3.5 km away from the railway station.

• Temple of Krishna Janmbhoomi
• Gita Mandir
• Museum of the Government of Mathura

• Come in the winter (October to March) when the weather is nice (12 to 25 °C) and stay away from the heat.
• Get there early to avoid the crowds and have a peaceful darshan.
• Wear modest clothes, especially during aarti.
• Bring water and light snacks with you in the summer because it gets very hot.
• If you're going to be in town for a festival like Holi or Janmashtami, book your hotel ahead of time. They fill up quickly.
• If you want a quieter experience, stay away from the busiest days of the festival. Instead, come a day before or after.