Temple · Mathura
Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
श्री कृष्ण जन्मभूमि
The sacred birthplace of Lord Krishna — remembered as the site of Kamsa’s prison.
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History
By tradition this is where Shri Krishna appeared to Mother Devaki and Vasudeva in Kamsa’s prison. The site has changed form over many eras; the present complex includes the garbhagriha (prison cell) and several temples.
Leela
According to the Srimad Bhagavatam (10.3), the Lord appeared at midnight in His four-armed form and then took the form of an infant. Vasudeva carried Him across the Yamuna to Gokul.
Significance
Janmashtami is celebrated here with special festivities. It is regarded as the focal point of a Braj darshan.
Details
- Address
- Janmabhoomi Marg, Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
- Deity
- Shri Krishna (child form)
- Darshan timings
- Please check the temple's official notice — the app shows timings only after they are verified.
Sources
- श्रीमद्भागवत महापुराण, दशम स्कंध, अध्याय 3
- स्रोत की पुष्टि प्रशासक द्वारा लंबित
