Thursday, August 26, 2010

Jaipur - The Pink City

My Visit to Jaipur

I went Jaipur on 15th march 2009 along with my 7 friends when I was in Gurgoan.
We started by 6.30 in the morning from Gurgoan by a Tavera vehicle and reached Jaipur by 10.30 am. (around 200kms – in between we take a break of 30 min for breakfast). We catch the NH-2 Delhi- Jaipur Road to reach Jaipur, It was good to travel.
We first went to AMER PALACE. It was on a Small Hills. Our vehicle climbed the top of the palace, otherwise we have to walk or to climb by elephant ride (elephant ride costs Rs.500 per person). The entry fee was Rs.15 and we went inside, we saw remarkable palace was build by Raja Jai singh in 17th century. When we enter inside first we take a darshan of Lord Ganesha and we saw the courtyards, big lawns and then used articles. On that day it was very hot, so we are tired quickly. We try to have something in that place, there is one restaurant is there but everything is very costly.

Then we saw JALMAHAL – it is on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. A paved causeway leads upto the beautiful water palace. It was built to stay in the summer to escape the heat climate of Jaipur. When we went there, the water in the lake was very dirty and no one is allowed to go there. So we could not see the mahal inside. A Monument is losing it's fame by lack of maintenance.

Second we went to CITY PALACE. The entry ticket was Rs.40. They are allowing few places in the palace only. 1. Armors section, 2. Royal Costumes section (wear by maharajas) 3. and a hall. Some part of the palace is converted as restaurant, some part is for security persons and the first floor is occupied by the present maharaja of Jaipur.

In city palace, there are two biggest Silver vessels, each 1.6 m tall, which were used for Ganges River water taken to England in 1902. Each holds 9000L, were made from silver and are listed in the Guinness Book of Records. We went to the Armory section and saw the weapons used by the Jaipur Maharajas. And visited the costumes section, dresses weared by royal persons.
Then we visited JANTAR MANTAR (Observatory) built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the huge masonry instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial still provides accurate time, which are subject to daily corrections. There are also two Ram Yantras for gauging altitudes. Entry fee was Rs.15.00.

We then visited to Hawa mahal – the palace of wind. Entry fee Rs.10. Hawa Mahal is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows, stone carved mesh like screens to the palace women for watching the royal processions passing through the bazaar. It was worth visiting. From the top floor we can see the entire Arial view of Jaipur.

We also visited Laxmi Narayan Temple built by Birla (Known as Birla Mandir). It is situated just below the Moti doongri, known for the intricate marble carvings in white marble, popularly known as Birla Temple. Ram-sita, Laxmi-Narayan and Siva-Parvathi statues are carved in a white marble very beautifully in the temple.

The we went for shopping in the Hawa Mahal area Badi Chaupar - the most crowded location in Jaipur. Here, you can shop for Jewelries, handicraft, antiques, Rajasthani furniture, salwar suits and Jaipuri print dress material. Be prepared to bargain. You can also find a variety of traditional and lace bangles too.

And finally we left Jaipur by 6.30 pm and reached back to Gurgoan by 10.00 pm.

Information about Jaipur from other sources

JAIPUR - The Pink city

This famous city is the capital of Rajasthan and has earned universal renown as the " Pink City ", and pink it is, with beautiful constructed palaces, havelis and forts. Tall, rugged men with handle-bar whiskers sport bright pink turbans. Jaipur which means the city of victory was built exactly 273 years back and is 262 km by road from Delhi ( Capital of India ). A strong wall encircles the old city and even today has a suggestion of formidable strength, its function of protecting all within is obvious.

The plains of Rajasthan of which Jaipur is the capital once thundered and echoed with clash of swords and the drums of wars.Built in 1727 by Sawai Jai Singh-II, Jaipur was the first planned city of its time ( the earlier planned city in northern India having been built near Taxila sometime in the 2nd century BC ).



Jaipur was planned by Vidhyadhar Bhattacharya, a Bengali architect, in a grid system with wide straight avenues, roads, streets and lanes and uniform rows of shops on either side of the main bazaars, all arranged in nine rectangular city sectors (chokris). The city itself is an attractive creation worthy of universal admiration.

Major Site Seeing Places

CITY PALACE - One of the most magnificent marvels or Jaipur is the City Palace Complex which has a rare combination of the finest blends of Rajasthani and Mughal architecture. In the heart of the old city, it has vast area. The outer wall was built by Jai Singh and additions made up to the 20th century. Many buildings, well-planned gardens and huge courtyards are a part of the complex. For visiting dignitaries, Sawai Madho Singh II, constructed Mubarak Mahal (welcome palace) as a reception centre. The mahal comes before the main complex, though it now forms a part of the Maharaja Sawai Man Singh II Museum. The museum has an array of royal costumes, shawls, embroideries, Benares silk sarees, the maharaja's pyjamas, chogas and pyjamas of other rulers, jamawars, kamarbands, musical instruments like the giant sized tanpura and sarangis and a set of the clothes of Sawai Madho Singh I who was just over seven feet tall, over four feet wide and supported a Goliathic weight of 250 kilograms.


A delight is the Maharani's Palace, now the armory with arms to the 15th century which include the deadly Rajput scissor-action daggers which have a unique working action (after the dagger entered the body, the handles were released and the blades spread. during withdrawal, killing the victim). The guns include the ones that also served as walking sticks, one of the size of a small canon fired from a camel's back, double-barrel guns, early handguns, matchlocks and percussion cap guns, swords with pistols attached to the blades, daggers with handles of crystal and invory, katars, chhuris, peak-kubz jambhiya, Persian and Rajput swords. Deccan hand, bows and arrows, battle axes, shields, maces, breast and shoulder plate gutzis and the ruby and emerald encrusted sword presented by Queen Vicoria to Maharaja Sawai Ram Singh (1835-1880). On display are a big range of shields of rhino, crocodile and turtle skin, the shield of Sawai Pratap Singh and Raja Man Singh' sword weighing about 5 kilograms.

Diwan-e-Khas (hall of private audience) is housed between the art gallery (once the diwan-e-aam-hall of public audience) and the armoury. The most attractive feature are the two sterling silver vessels (in the marble-paved gallery) in which Maharaja Madho Singh II, a devout Hindu, took holy Ganga water during a visit to Europe. The two vessels are massive standing 160 cm and have a capacity of 9000 litres each. They are listed in the Guinness book of Records as the biggest silver vessels in the world. From the ceiling of the hall hang a number of chandeliers which are covered with plastic to prevent dust and bird droppings falling on them.

The art gallery in the erstwhile Diwan-e-aam has a well preserved painted ceiling on which the original semi-precious stones still retain their lustre. Suspended from the ceiling is a massive chandelier made of crystal. The art gallery also has miniature paintings of the Rajasthani, Mughal and Persian schools featuring religious them mainly scenes from the Ramayana. The other exhibits include an unbraided, handwritten version of the Bhagaved Gita, miniature copies of other holy Hindu scriptures, handwritten books in Persian and Sanskrit and early manuscripts on palmleaes There are among the 20,000 manuscripts that the museum boasts of. Howdahs (elephant saddles), palanquins, the swing of Lord Krishna and paper cuttings cut with the thumbnails are among the several other exhibits in the gallery. One can also see the finest carpets from Herat in Afghanistan and Lahore.

Chandra Mahal is the only part of the complex that is inhabited and is occupied by the royal family. The ground floor of the palace, open to visitors, has some exhibits. In the courtyard outside is the elegantly designed Peacock Gate. Entry Fee for Indians Rs.40.00 and for Foreigners Rs.150.00. Timings - 9.30 am to 5.00pm.



JANTAR MANTAR (Observatory) - built in 18th century by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the huge masonary instruments were used to study the movement of constellations and stars in the sky. Enormous sun-dial still provide accurate time, which are subject to daily corrections. There are also two Ram Yantras for gauging altitudes. Timing 9.00am to 04.30 pm, Entry Fee Rs. 15.00.

HAWA MAHAL (The palace of winds) - The palace of winds a fascinating landmark of Rajasthan, was built in 1799, by Maharaja Sawai Pratap Singh, is the most recognizable monument of Jaipur. The 5 storied stunning semi-octagonal monument having 152 windows with over hanging latticed balconies is a fine piece of Rajput architecture. Originally designed for the royal ladies to watch and enjoy the processions and other activities, on the street below. What is seen from the Sireh Deorhi Bazar is the Multi-niched five storey high backside of the complex. it was conceived to provide adequate vantage position behind stone carved mesh like screens to the palace women for watching the royal processions passing through the bazaar.Now it houses a well laid out museum. The display “Jaipur past and present” is the special feature of this newly setup museum. Timing 10.00 am to 04.30 pm, Entry Fee Rs. 10.00.

AMER PALACE(AMBER FORT) - The old capital of the Kachhwahas stands atop a range of craggy hills. The fort is remarkable as much for the majestic grandeur of its surroundings as for its sturdy battlements and beautiful palaces. It is a fine blend of Hindu and Muslim architecture. The solemn dignity of it red sandstone and white marble pavilions, when reflected in the lake at the foot hill, is a sight to behold. The original palace was built by Raja Man Singh, the additional extensions were built by Maharaja Mirja Raja Jai Singh and Sawai Jai Singh lIthe last Maharaja of Amer, who built a new city called Jaipur, where he shfted his capital in 1727.

The palace complex is lavishly ornamented and displays the riches of Amer. Sheesh Mahal chamber of Mirrors. Diwan-e-Am or the Hall of Public Audience is a beautifully proportioned hall open on three sides and stands on two rows of ornamented pillars. Diwan e-Khas or the Hall of Private Audience has delicate mosaic work in glass. Sukh mandir is guarded by sandalwood doors inlaid with ivory. Throughout the massive fort finely carved lattice windows, exquisitely painted doorways, halls and finely sculptured pillars crave for attention.

The old city of Amer was the seat of power and bustling with life and prosperity. Other worth seeing sites are Jagat Shiromani Temple, Narsinghji temple, the stepwell of Panna Meena and fine carved royal cenotaphs on the road to Delhi. Timing: 9.00 am to 04.30 pm. Entry Fee For Indians Rs. 15.00 and for Foreigners Rs.50.00. Phone: 2530293, Elephant ride charge Rs. 500.00 (inclusive of all taxes) Timing : 8.00 am to 04.00 pm.


JALMAHAL - is 6 kms on the way to Amer, this small palace is set in the middle of Man Sagar Lake. A paved causeway leads upto the beautiful water palace. When we went there, the water in the lake was very dirty and no one is allowed to go there. so we could not see the mahal. A Monument is losing it's fame by lack of maintenace.

JAIGARH FORT - The western skyline is dominated by the extensive parkotas (walls), watch towers and gateways of Jaigarh. Standing on a hilltop, overlooking the palaces and city of Amer. It is one of the few military structures of mediaeval India preserved almost intact containing palaces, gardens, open and covered reservoirs, a granary, an armory, a well planned cannon foundry, several temples, a tall tower and a giant mounted cannon the Jai Ban one of the biggest in the World(built during reign of Maharaja Sawai Jaisingh). It has a twenty feet long barrel and pumped in the cannon for a single shot. Timing 10.00 am to 04.45 pm, Entry Fee for Indians Rs. 20.00.

NAHARGARH FORT - cresting a hill about 600 ft. above the city, the fort was built in 1734. The walls of the fort run along the ridge and within are architectural beauties like Hawa Mandir and Madhvendra Bhawan. Timing 10.00 am to 04.00 pm, Entry Fee Rs. 10.00.

LAXMI NARAYAN TEMPLE - is situated just below the Moti doongri, known for the intricate marble carvings in white marble, popularly known as Birla Temple. Ram-sita, Laxmi-Narayan and Siva-Parvathi statues are carved in a white marble very beautifully in the temple.

CENTRAL MUSEUM - situated in the Ram Niwas Garden. This graceful building was founded in 1876 by Prince Albert (also known as Albert Hall). It has a rare collection of archaeological and handicraft pieces. Timing 10.00 am to 04.30 pm, Entry Fee for Indians Rs. 10.00.

What to Buy

Lace Work, Meenakari, Metal Work, Marble Work, Paintings, Leather Work, Gemstones, Carpets, Wood Work, Jewellery are the famous things in jaipur. you can buy these things here for cheap and best.

Where to Buy

M.I. Road - Mirza Ismail Road or M I Road is an ideal a place to shop for jewellery and branded readymade garments. Johri Bazar - famous for sarees and lehangas in colourful bhandhej, or glittering gemstone jewellery. Bapu Bazar - is a treasure trove of typical Jaipuri stuff like salwar suits, bedsheets, Jaipuri jutis, cushions and readymade suits. Chaura Rasta - Chaura Rasta is famous for books and stationery. Nehru Bazar is near Ajmeri Gate, the so-called centre of Jaipur. Not a very upmarket place, Nehru Bazar has shops for readymade garments, footwear, gifts and household items. You can haggle over the prices of locally-produced goods here. Badi Chaupar - Adjacent to the famous Hawa Mahal is Badi Chaupar, a square crossing that is probably the most crowded location in Jaipur. Here, you can shop for mojaris, handicraft, antiques, Rajasthani furniture, salwar suits and Jaipuri print dress material. Be prepared to bargain. You can also find a variety of traditional and lace bangles too.

Monday, August 16, 2010

Mathura - Birth place of Lord Krishna

The land where Shri Krishna was born and spent his youth, has today little towns and hamlets that are still alive with the Krishna legend and still redolent with the music of his flute. Mathura, a little town on the River Yamuna was transformed into a place of faith after Lord Krishna was born here. Vrindavan, a village - once noted for its fragrant groves, is where he spent an eventful youth. There are numerous other little spots in the area that still reverberate with the enchantment of Shri Krishna.


City of Mathura

The City of Mathura, in Uttar Pradesh, the nucleus of Brajbhoomi, is located at a distance of 145 km south-east of Delhi and 58 km north-west of Agra. Covering an area of about 3,800 sq. km., today, Brajbhoomi can be divided into two distinct units - the eastern part in the trans-Yamuna tract with places like Gokul, Mahavan, Baldeo, Mat and Bajna and the western side of the Yamuna covering the Mathura region that encompasses Vrindavan, Govardhan, Kusum Sarovar, Barsana and Nandgaon.


The land of Braj starts from Kotban near Hodel about 95 km from Delhi and ends at Runakuta which is known specially for its association with the poet Surdas, an ardent Krishna devotee.


Shri Krishna, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, was born in the Dwapara Yuga as the eighth son of the Yadava prince Vasudev and his wife Devaki. To save him from the murderous intentions of his maternal uncle Kansa, the ruler of Mathura, the infant Krishna was spirited away soon after birth to Gokul, the village of the gopas (cowherds) in Braj (their pastureland). It was here that he grew to manhood, in the tender care of his foster parents Nand and Yashoda in the happy company of the cowherds.


City of Vrindavan

15 Km. north of Mathura on the same bank of Yamuna, lies the celebrated town of Vrindavan, almost as closely associated with Krishna as Mathura itself. Indeed one hardly speak of Vrindavan alone to; the devout Hindu.


Mathura-Vrindavan can not a unified image of untold beauty and religious sanctify. What is comparatively a matter of detail is that Vrindavan is believed to have been the stage on which Krishna performed his famous romantic and sportive roles. Unlike busy Mathura. Vrindavan seems perpetually to be dreaming and imaginatively, re-living its romantic past.


There are hundred of shrines in the town, as also numerous ghats and several sacred tanks, of which one called Brahama kund and another named Govinda kund are the most highly venerated. The most famous as well as the finest temple in Vrindavan is that of Govinda Deva, dating from 1590. It is a huge, Cruciform, Vaulted building of red sandstone with a nave 30Mt(100Ft.) in height and breadth the wall is 3 Mt.(10Ft.) thick on an average and is built in two stage. The upper being a regular triforium.

Mathura Temple



Sri Krishna Janmabhoomi temple is the most sought after devout centers in Mathura. Its predominance over the other holy spots are due to the belief that the temple stands on the same place where lord Krishna was born to Devaki and Vasudev. Numerous articles excavated from the site bare testimony to the legendary story of Sri Krishna’a birth. These artifacts are displayed in a museum near to the main temple. One can find so many small shrines of other gods and goddess in the temple premises. This temple complex presents a magnificent and colossal structure that happens to be the most familiar place of the Hindu adulation.


There would not be such other temples like this in anywhere in India that has been undergone so many destructive activities of Muslim Invaders. The present temple dates back to the 10th century. Its popularity reflects in the long queue of the pilgrims who stands there for hours to have a holy darshan of their beloved lord.


The temple is open for adoration between 7 am to 8 pm in all days. Since the temple shares a common wall with a mosque the pilgrims have to undergo a tight security check up and it is to, be borne in mind that cell phones are not permitted in the temple premises. There is a cloak room to safeguard these things by chargeable basis. You can handover your valuable camera, cellphone and electronic items here and enter the temple premises.There is a old pond (kund) is there near this temple. The water in the pond is very dirty and in summer there will be no water. But the architecture of the steps and small rooms in this pond is very good.





What to see in Mathura

SHRI KRISHNA JANMA BHUMI :The Birth Place of Lord Krishna

JAMA MASJID : Built by Abo-inNabir-Khan in 1661.A.D. the mosque has 4 lofty minarets, with bright colored plaster mosaic of which a few panels currently exist.


VISHRAM GHAT : The sacred spot where Lord Krishna is believed to have rested after slaying the tyrant Kansa.


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DWARKADHEESH 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.


GITA MANDIR : Situated on the city outskirts, the temple carving and painting are a major attraction.


GOVT. MESEUM : Located at Dampier Park, it has one of the finest collection of archaeological interest. Rare items from the Gupta and Kushan period (400 B.C.-1200A.D.) are on display. Major attraction for tourists.

About Vrindavan -

It is understood that Mathura City is the transcendental abode of Lord Krishna. It is not an ordinary material city, for it is eternally connected with the Supreme Personality of Godhead. Vrindavan is within the jurisdiction of Mathura and still continues to exist. Because Mathura and Vrindavan are intimately connected with Krishna eternally, it is said that Lord Krishna never leaves Vrindavan (vrindavanam parityajya padam ekam na gacchati). At present the place known as Vrindavana in the district of Mathura, continues its position as a transcendental place and certainly anyone who goes there becomes transcendentally purified.

What to see in Vrindavan



GOVINDA DEV TEMPLE : Built by Raja Man singh of Jaipur in 1590, The temple is a testimony of the architectural splendour of medieval India. The temple walls average 10 ft. thickness. The upper state is regular triforium. Originally seven stories high, it's upper four stories were destroyed during the reign of Aurangzeb. The Krishna idol was then removed to Jaipur.


SHAHJI TEMPLE : It was constructed in the year 1860. It is a prominent temple of northern India. It is famous for it's explendid art architecture , sculpture and twelve single piece spiral colemns made up of marble approx 15'high. The world famous BASANTI KAMRA is situated in the eastern wing of this temple. This room has spectacular ancient chandelies and rare paintings are available.


RANG JI TEMPLE : Vrindavan's longest temple, it was constructed in 1851 by Seth Govind Das ji & Seth Laxmi Chand Ji. All were desciples of Acharyavarya Rangdeshie Swami where as the main gate is in Rajput style , The temple follows South Indian architectural pattern . The outer wall measure 773 Ft. and encompass a water tank , a garden and the actual temple . The "Dhweja Stambha " , 50 ft. tall , is believed to be gold plated .


MADAN MOHAN TEMPLE : Situated near Kali ghat , it is believed to have been built by Kapur Ram Das of Multan. The original Image of Madan Mohan was removed to Karauli during the regin of Aurangzeb .


KRISHNA BALRAM MANDIR (ISKCON VRINDAVAN ) : This is built by a International krishna spiritual organisation ISKCON. Thousands of pilgrims and International tourists visited Vrindavan centre which is having beautiful temple of Lord Krishna .


RADHA BALLABH TEMPLE : Built in 1626 this temple is of special architectural interest as remnant of ancient hindu architecture . The Shrine was demolished in the 17th century and the huge structure only the plinth remains.


GOPI NATH TEMPLE : closely resembling the Madan Mohan mandir in style and dimension, it was built by Rai Shilji, a Sekhavat Rajput of Jaipur .




GLASS TEMPLE : Its marvelous art of glass work dazzles the pilgrim's eyes.


NIDHI VAN : Radhika's Kridasthali, the playground of Krishna's consort, it is a place of Hindu veneration. The image of Bihariji was discovered by Swami Haridas Ji.


SEVA KUNJ : Krishna's Vihar Bhoomi, it was sanctified for centuries ago by Radha Ballabhiya Samaradayachery Shri Goswami Hit Hari Vanshji.


BANKE BIHARI : One of the oldest temple, it was rebuilt in 1921 discpieles of Haridas Swami who got the idol of Bankey Bihari from Nidhi Van.


KUSM SAROVAR : About two miles from the town, is the boarder of Radha Kund which have significant architectural group erected by T. Sing in honor of his father, Suraj Mal, the cenotaph of Suraj Mal which stand on Kusum Sarovar, present in a fine view.


Lord Krishna Related places near Mathura

GOVERDHAN - 26 Km from Mathura along the road to Deeg. It is named after the name of the Goverdhan Hillock" which is said to have raised on the finger and was was put in the condition to save the people from the incessant rain which fell constantly for seven days to destroy the people of Brij. The hillock is 7 Miles in length. The temple of Har Deva Ji in Goverdhan town is 400 Yrs old. The Mansi Ganga which is an artificial lake, was constructed my Man Singh of Jaipur. The dense shady trees the hill ranges and tranquil flow of Mansi Ganga all unite together and make a charming view which the visitor can never forget.


BARSANA - 21 Kms. to the north of Goverdhan is Barsana the birth place of Radha a favourite devotee of Lord Krishna. It is a famous place for pilgrimage with a regular bus service from Mathura to Barsana Via Kosi & Goverdhan.


Barsana originally known as Brahmasaran lies on a slope of ridge. The four prominent peaks of the hill are regarded as amblematic of the four-faced divinity and are crowned by a group temple is honor of Lali Ji a local title of Radha meaning 'the beloved' There is second hill in Barsana and the path between these two is known as Sankhi Khue. A fair is held in the month of Bhadon (August-September).


NANDGAON - AT the foot of a hill 51 Kms. north-east of Mathura is situated the venerable village of Nandgaon. It is known as the home of Lord Krishna's foster father Nand, in whose memory a spacious temple stand on the brow of the hill. Probably built in the middle of the 12'th century by one Rup Singh, It consist of an open nave with choir and sacrarium beyond. Standing in the center of a paved courtyard, it is surrounded by a lofty wall which commands an extensive view of the Bharatpur hill and the level expanse of Mathura District as far as Goverdhan.


GOKUL - About 15 Kms. of the south-east of Mathura connected by a metalled road is Gokul, a suburb of the inland town of Mahavan on the bank of the river Yamuna. Gukul is a celebrated spot where Lord Krishna was reared in secrecy by his nurse. This place is very scared and is visited by thousand of pilgrims particularly during the birth anniversary of the Lord Krishna in july-august and the time of Annakut festival. Gokul is also associated with the famous saint Vallabhacharya who lived here for many years. The most important temple is that of Gokul Nath Ji. The principal meals are Janma in Bhadon and Annkut on the day after the new Moon of kartik. The "Trinavat Mela" is also held on the fourth day of the dark half of kartik.

HOW TO REACH MATHURA :-

By Air

Delhi International airport is the nearest one, which is 150 km away from Mathura. Delhi airport is well connected with major cities within the country and abroad. Taxis are available from Delhi and it takes about 6 hours to reach Mathura.


By Train

Mathura Railway junction is an important rail head in the Mumbai – Delhi, Chennai – Delhi rail route. Pre-paid taxi services are available from Mathura to near by destinations. Regular train services are available from Mathura to Delhi and also to other cities in India.


By Road

Mathura is well connected with nearby cities like Agra, Faizabad and Allahabad by state owned road transport corporation buses. Tourist Deluxe bus services are available from Delhi to Mathura.

Best Season to Visit

Mathura has quite extreme climatic conditions and experiences severe cold and hot climates.
Summers (March to June) are very hot with maximum reaching the scorching temperature of 45 °C and minimum is above 30 °C. Typically travelers avoid the hot summer days of April to June.
Monsoons (July to September) offer good showers and the place looks beautiful with greenery and flowers.
Winters (December to February) are very cold; still it is quite comfortable during the day as the maximum temperature reaches to 32 °C and nights are bit cool with temperature goes down to below 14 °C.


Best Season to visit Mathura is from October to March. Temperature will be moderate in this season.


Distance from Nearby cities to Mathura

From Distance
Agra 50 km
Delhi 147 km
Jaipur 218 km
Kanpur 311 km
Indore 341 km
Lucknow 384 km
Chandigarh 406 km
Bhopal 560 km
Patna 869 km
Nagpur 949 km
Ahmedabad 952 km

Trains Passing through MATHURA JN, MTJ


S.No. TRAIN NUMBER TRAIN NAME STARTING STATION SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SCHEDULED DEPARTURE (from Mathura station)
1. 2807 SAMTA EXPRESS VISHAKAPATNAM Y N N Y Y N N 14:40
2. 2645 NIZAMUDDIN EXP ERANAKULAM JN N N N N N N Y 15:05
3. 2060 KOTA JANSHTBDI HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 15:20
4. 355NC MRT BDB PASS MATHURA CANT N Y Y Y Y Y Y 15:22
5. 8478 KALINGAUTKALEXP HARIDWAR JN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 14:35
6. 2716 ASR NED EXPRESS AMRITSAR JN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 15:35
7. 2191 NDLS JBP SUP EX NEW DELHI Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 16:20
8. 2903 GOLDENTEMPLE ML MUMBAI CENTRAL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 16:25
9. 2780 GOA EXPRESS HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 16:50
10. 357NC MTJ-BDB PASS MATHURA JN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 16:55
11. 9024 FZR BCT JANTA FIROZPUR CANT Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 17:10
12. 8237 CHATTISGARH EXP BILASPUR JN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 17:10
13. AMH1 AGRA-MATHURA-PALWAL MEMU SHUTT AGRA CANTT N Y Y Y Y Y Y 17:25
14. 2412 GONDWANA EXPRESS HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 17:40
15. 2410 GONDWANA EXPRESS HAZRAT NIZAMUDDIN N Y Y Y Y N Y 17:40
16. 2615 GRAND TRUNK EXPRESS CHENNAI CENTRAL Y Y Y Y Y Y Y 03:45
17. 6031 ANDAMAN EXPRESS CHENNAI CENTRAL Y N N Y Y N N 20:05
* SU:SUNDAY MO:MONDAY TU:TUESDAY WE:WEDNSDAY TH:THURSDAY FR:FRIDAY SA:SATURDAY.

* DAYS OF RUN ARE ON THE BASIS OF TRAIN'S STARTING STATION.