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3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Vrindavan in May 2023

  1. Day 1: Prem Mandir
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Vrindavan Railway Station

    Start your day at Prem Mandir, a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple boasts intricate architecture and stunning marble carvings. Take a stroll in the temple garden and admire the beautiful fountains. In the afternoon, head to ISKCON Vrindavan, one of the famous temples dedicated to Lord Krishna. Witness the aarti ceremony, a Hindu ritual of worship, and join in the chanting and singing. End your day at Banke Bihari Temple, one of the most revered temples in Vrindavan. The temple is famous for its idol of Lord Krishna in the Tribhanga posture.

  2. Day 2: Kusum Sarovar
    20 minutes (2.8 miles) from Banke Bihari Temple

    Start your day at Kusum Sarovar, a beautiful lake surrounded by lush green forests. Take a dip in the holy waters of the lake and witness the stunning sunrise. In the afternoon, head to Radha Raman Temple, a temple dedicated to Lord Krishna. The temple boasts stunning architecture and intricate carvings. End your day at Madan Mohan Temple, one of the oldest temples in Vrindavan. The temple is famous for its idol of Lord Krishna and Radha.

  3. Day 3: Govardhan Hill
    30 minutes (5.1 miles) from Madan Mohan Temple

    Start your day at Govardhan Hill, a famous pilgrimage site for Hindus. According to Hindu mythology, Lord Krishna lifted the hill on his little finger to protect the people from a storm. Take a parikrama (circumambulation) of the hill to witness the stunning views of the surrounding forests and temples. In the afternoon, head to Nidhivan, a sacred forest where Lord Krishna is believed to perform raas-leela (a dance with the gopis). End your day with a visit to the Yamuna River, a sacred river in Hinduism. Witness the aarti ceremony and take a boat ride to witness the stunning views of the river.

Recommendations

If you have more time, consider visiting the other temples in Vrindavan like Radha Vallabh Temple, Radha Damodar Temple, and Radha Gopinath Temple. You can also visit Mathura, the birthplace of Lord Krishna, which is just 15 km away from Vrindavan. Side trips to Agra, famous for the Taj Mahal, and Fatehpur Sikri, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, are also possible. To maximize your fun, try the local street food like kachori, samosa, and lassi. Lastly, do not forget to purchase souvenirs like handicrafts, paintings, and idols of Lord Krishna from the local shops.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Prem Mandir (2 hours, free)
  • ISKCON Vrindavan (2 hours, free)
  • Banke Bihari Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Kusum Sarovar (2 hours, free)
  • Radha Raman Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Madan Mohan Temple (1 hour, free)
  • Govardhan Hill (3 hours, free)
  • Nidhivan (2 hours, free)
  • Yamuna River (1 hour, free)
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