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Getting there

By plane The nearest airport is Agra (AGR IATA), 50 km from Mathura. Most of the international and domestic flights land at IGI Airport, Delhi (DEL IATA) which is 150 km from Mathura. An upcoming new international airport will also be accessible via the Taj Expressway, 1½ hours from Mathura.

By train 1 Mathura Junction NR . Most trains between Delhi and Agra stop in Mathura. The journey from Delhi takes 2-3 hours depending on the train type, while from Agra the trip takes about one hour. Most of the south-bound and west-bound trains stop at Mathura. However, Vande Bharat trains don't stop at Mathura.

By bus Many state transport departments busses run through Mathura. There are also ISBT (Inter State Bus Terminal) services from Delhi Sarai Kale Khan with a frequency of 25 minutes.

By car Mathura sits between Delhi and Agra on NH 44, about 150 km south of Delhi and 50 km north of Agra. The Yamuna Expressway is to the east of the city. Mathura is well connected to the national capital Delhi, state capital Lucknow and all major Indian cities by road.

By taxi To travel from Delhi to Mathura or from Agra to Mathura via taxi, you have a few options. Mathura is approximately halfway between Delhi and Agra. It is approximately 150 kilometers (93 miles) from Delhi, and approximately 50 kilometers (31 miles) from Agra.

See

Akhand Jyoti Sansthan,, Giya Mandi. 1 Bankey Bihari Temple (Bihari Ji Temple), Vrindavan. This is the most famous temple in Mathura and many people including VIPs from across India visit the temple every year. 2 Basantar Park. In memory of the victory of Basantar (1971 war). 3 Birla Temple. 4 Dwarkadheesh Temple (Dwarkadhish Temple). Built in 1814, it is the main temple in the town. During the festive days of Holi, Janmashthami and Diwali, it is decorated on a grandiose scale. Gayatri TapoBhumi (First Gayatri Temple), Vrindavan Rd. Gita Mandir (On the city outskirts). The temple carving and painting are a major attraction. Govardhan Giriraj Hill (Goverdhan Parvat).

5 Government Museum, Museum Road, Dampier Nagar, Choubey Para, ☏ +91 8889 904541. Tu-Sa 10:30AM–4:30PM, closed on public holidays. Biggest and richest in Asia for Mathura and Gandhar sculpture. It has one of the finest collection of archaeological interest. Rare items from the Gupta and Kushan period (400 BC-1200 AD) are on display. Major attraction for tourists. Adults ₹5, children ₹2, foreigners ₹25, camera fee ₹20. (updated Jan 2021) Jai Gurudev Temple (Naam Yog Sadhna Mandir), Madhavpuri. Constructed by great saints Baba Jai Gurudev. It resembles the Taj Mahal, built with white marble. It is a unique temple in that you are prohibited from donating if you are a non-vegetarian. 6 Jama Masjid. Built by Abo-inNabir-Khan in 1661 AD, the mosque has 4 lofty minarets, with bright colored plaster mosaic of which a few panels still exist. 7 Krishna Janmabhoomi. There are two main places to visit in this complex. First is a prison cell where Vasudev and Devaki, parents of Sri Krishna were held captive. This place is on the left hand side of the main complex. This is the cell were Bhagwan Sri Krishna was born hence the most sacred place in the world for all the followers of Bhagwan Sri Krishna. One cannot miss the spiritual and mystical power in the cell. After Darsan here visit a magnificent t

Do

Boating. Boating in the holy river Yamuna and a visit to Durvasa Rishi Temple, which is on the other side of the river. Go to the beautiful Hansiya Rani ghat, which was built of red stone in the time of Rani Hansiya and where she used to bathe. Janmashtami. (updated Dec 2023) Ramleela. Sep-Oct. A play act based on the story of Ram. In this act the main play is Ram Barat. In Ram Barat you can see fun sword fighting and other fighting styles in the Akhadas.

Buy

Gayatri Tapobhmi (Vrindavan Road), ☏ +91 565 - 2530128, +91 565 2530399. Gayatri Pariwar is a not-for-profit organisation selling books on every aspect of life. Books available in Hindi, English and many regional languages of India. Brass, or Copper Pooja Articles Clothes Leather shoes from factory Outlets on NH-2 (towards Agra) Milk Products Pooja Articles Sweets

Eat

Sweets made of milk and milk products are the specialty of Mathura. Mathura is famous for "pede" (sweet made of milk and sugar).The best shop for trying sweets is "Brijwasi Mithai wala" which are located at 4-5 places in Mathura like Opposite Janmbhumi, in Holigate, in Chowk Bazaar and at the New Roadways bus stand. Other good sweet shops are Gosai Pede Wala, Radhika Sweets, Shankar Mithai Wala, and Bharatpuria. Another famous food item in Mathura that is the most common breakfast in the city is Kachori and Jalebi. Kachori is a snack served with "Alloo Ki Subji"(Spicy Potato Curry) and Jalebi is a sweet. One can find a near rush in front of Kachori Shops in the morning in Mathura. If you are in Mathura then you must try Kachori and Jalebi for your break fast. Although there are many Kachori and Jalebi Shops, but most famous among them is OMA Pahalwan KachoriWala, that is situated at Holigate in front of Brijwasi Mithai Wala. Another famous item worth trying in Mathura is "Chat", specially "Gol - Gappey" (Pani-Puri).There are many chat walas, it depends upon your taste. You can taste these chat on the vendor who are situated from Holi Gate to Chowk bazaar. For street food, fast food or restaurants, try one of the following

Agrawal Dhaba, NH-2. Probably this is the best place to have food in Mathura. Bhagvan Das ka Bhalla, Ghiya Mandi chok bajar (opp Jain Street). After 5PM. Street food. ₹15. Brijwasi Chat Wala (Near Khadi Ashram, Tilak Dwar). After 5PM. Café Coffee Day (Nh-2 Hiway Plaza). Canteen of Sri Krishna Janma Bhoomi Temple. For budgeted and hygienic food one can go to Sri Krishna Janma Bhoomi temple just a block away from the temple complex there a canteen run by the temple trust. Here one can try Thaali's with limited and unlimited version. Taste is good and one thing for sure it's more clean than any other eateries. Oma Pahlwan Kachori wala (near Holi Gate, opp Brijwasi Mithai wala). 8AM-2PM. Street food. Pizza Hut, Highway plaza NH-2. (up

Drink & nightlife

Jaljeera - a digestive drink. Lassi served in a clay glass Milk Badam(almonds and other dryfruits minced in chilled milk) Sweetened hot milk served in a clay glass Thandai Brijwasi Mithai Wala, Holi Gate (Mathura). Has an awesome range of sweets, namkeens, pastries, puddings, etc. at economical rates. The shop is opened till late in the evening. Also try the famous sweet of mathura "peda" here, you would never dislike it. Kailash (opp rifles club). sutte waala Fruit Juice. (updated Jun 2015)

Sleep

Country Inn, Kosi, NH-2, ☏ +91 566 2232445. Hotel Brijwasi Royal. Hotel Dwaper Resorts, NH-2. Hotel Goverdhan Palace, Opp.Narholi Thana Agra-Delhi Highway, ☏ +91 7500432200, [email protected]. Check-in: noon, check-out: 1PM. 3-star business hotel. Set in landscaped grounds. Can host weddings for up to