This year, Janmashtami, or Krishna Janmashtami, is celebrated on August 26. Many places are associated with Lord Krishna; let us explore these places. New Delhi: Janmashtami, also known as Krishnashtami, is one of the important festivals celebrated in India.
Hindus celebrate Lord Krishna’s birthday with great zeal and enthusiasm. Devotees fast until midnight and worship Lord Krishna’s idol. This occasion is celebrated very highly in many places.
Several cities in India have strong connections with Lord Krishna, and each has beautiful temples dedicated to him. Let us explore some of the places in India that are connected to Lord Krishna. Places associated with Lord Krishna Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna Mathura, the cherished home of Lord Krishna, is a unique blend of history, archaeology, and religious significance.
This city, also known as Brij Bhoomi, is where Lord Krishna spent his childhood, adolescence, and adulthood. It is a place of pilgrimage, dotted with numerous Hindu temples, and situated on the banks of the Yamuna River. Mathura, a city where flutes fill the air, offers a unique cultural experience.
The city resonates with an incredible sense of love and devotion. Holi and Krishna Janmashtami are must-experience festivals that draw millions worldwide. Kusum Sarovar 450 feet long tank at Govardhan, Mathura (Photo credit: Prasoon Rana/Moment/Getty Images) Gokul According to legend, Lord Krishna was born in a Mathura prison and later taken to Gokul by hi.